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• Leigh_Curtis published John Sheridan pleased as Notts County come through 'tricky' test...

  15-11-2016 23:25
  
  Notts County boss John Sheridan saluted an "excellent" performance after watching his side see off non-league Boreham Wood in the FA Cup.Goals from Jonathan Forte and a stunner from Aaron Collins sealed a 2-0 win at Meadow Lane, ruining Wood's hopes of a shock first round replay victory.It was the ideal response to Saturday's 4-0 defeat at Blackpool, which boss Sheridan described as the worst of his managerial career.But he had no complaints about his side this time as they produced a...
  
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• Leigh_Curtis commented John Sheridan pleased as Notts County come through 'tricky' test...

  15-11-2016 23:25
  
  Notts County boss John Sheridan saluted an "excellent" performance after watching his side see off non-league Boreham Wood in the FA Cup.Goals from Jonathan Forte and a stunner from Aaron Collins sealed a 2-0 win at Meadow Lane, ruining Wood's hopes of a shock first round replay victory.It was the ideal response to Saturday's 4-0 defeat at Blackpool, which boss Sheridan described as the worst of his managerial career.But he had no complaints about his side this time as they produced a...
  
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• Notts County 2-0 Boreham Wood

  15-11-2016 23:11 via bbc.co.uk
  
  Jonathan Forte and Aaron Collins are on target in a clinical win as Notts County earn their place in the FA Cup second round.
  
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• Trent Bridge closed in both directions due to 'police incident' - Nottingham Post

  15-11-2016 23:08
  
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  Trent Bridge closed in both directions due to 'police incident'
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  Nottinghamshire Police were called to the scene at 8.30pm tonight. A spokesman said: "Officers have put diversions in place and are on hand to guide people away from the area safely. "We are aware that a football match at Meadow Lane has just finished ...and more »
  
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• Leigh_Curtis published Notts County through to second round of FA Cup after 2-0 win over...

  15-11-2016 22:57
  
  Notts County booked a home date with Peterborough United in the FA Cup after comfortably overcoming non-league Boreham Wood, 2-0, in a first round replay.After drawing the original tie 2-2, Jonathan Forte's goal and a stunner from Aaron Collins was enough to seal victory at Meadow Lane on a night when the Magpies showed their superiority.The opening goal midway through the first half came when Forte seized upon a mistake by Joe Devera and unleashed a devastating half-volley into the far...
  
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• Leigh_Curtis commented Notts County through to second round of FA Cup after 2-0 win over...

  15-11-2016 22:57
  
  Notts County booked a home date with Peterborough United in the FA Cup after comfortably overcoming non-league Boreham Wood, 2-0, in a first round replay.After drawing the original tie 2-2, Jonathan Forte's goal and a stunner from Aaron Collins was enough to seal victory at Meadow Lane on a night when the Magpies showed their superiority.The opening goal midway through the first half came when Forte seized upon a mistake by Joe Devera and unleashed a devastating half-volley into the far...
  
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• Nottingham City Council proposes new licensing scheme to improve private rented housing - Nottingham Post

  15-11-2016 22:52
  
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  Nottingham City Council proposes new licensing scheme to improve private rented housing
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  A new licensing scheme for landlords is being proposed by Nottingham City Council to improve standards in the private rented housing sector. Last week the council announced it was concerned about poor standards in the city's private rented sector ...
  
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• JemmaPage published Trent Bridge closed in both directions due to 'police incident'

  15-11-2016 22:48
  
  Trent Bridge has been closed in both directions due to a 'police incident'.London Road is currently closed in both directions between Radcliffe Road and Meadow Lane.Nottinghamshire Police were called to the scene at 8.30pm tonight. A spokesman said: "Officers have put diversions in place and are on hand to guide people away from the area safely."We are aware that a football match at Meadow Lane has just finished and would advise supporters to use alternative routes...
  
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• JemmaPage commented Trent Bridge closed in both directions due to 'police incident'

  15-11-2016 22:48
  
  Trent Bridge has been closed in both directions due to a 'police incident'.London Road is currently closed in both directions between Radcliffe Road and Meadow Lane.Nottinghamshire Police were called to the scene at 8.30pm tonight. A spokesman said: "Officers have put diversions in place and are on hand to guide people away from the area safely."We are aware that a football match at Meadow Lane has just finished and would advise supporters to use alternative routes...
  
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• JemmaPage published Nottingham City Council proposes new licensing scheme to improve...

  15-11-2016 22:23
  
  A new licensing scheme for landlords is being proposed by Nottingham City Council to improve standards in the private rented housing sector.Last week the council announced it was concerned about poor standards in the city's private rented sector having received over 4,500 complaints in the last four years.Complaints dealt with by the authority included everything from dangerous electrical wiring; cockroach infestations, smoke alarms not working and lack of windows, ventilation or safe escape.A..
  
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• JemmaPage commented Nottingham City Council proposes new licensing scheme to improve...

  15-11-2016 22:23
  
  A new licensing scheme for landlords is being proposed by Nottingham City Council to improve standards in the private rented housing sector.Last week the council announced it was concerned about poor standards in the city's private rented sector having received over 4,500 complaints in the last four years.Complaints dealt with by the authority included everything from dangerous electrical wiring; cockroach infestations, smoke alarms not working and lack of windows, ventilation or safe escape.A..
  
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• JemmaPage published Christmas dinner up for grabs at charity market in Beeston...

  15-11-2016 22:08
  
  Local people can get their hands on a free Christmas dinner for six people at a family-friendly market in Beeston.The event, organised by Treetops Hospice Care, will take place in the town's square on Saturday, November 26 between 10am and 4pm.The local charity, which provides nursing care and emotional support for adults in Nottinghamshire and Derbyshire, will be holding a raffle on the day.The market will also feature a variety of gift stalls, fairground rides and a chance to meet Santa in his
  
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• Nottingham Forest can end their slump with a bang, insists ... - Nottingham Post

  15-11-2016 20:44
  
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  Nottingham Forest can end their slump with a bang, insists ...
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  Mustapha Carayol remains convinced Nottingham Forest are equipped to end their Championship slump with a bang – by giving somebody a hammering, now ...
  Report suggests Ryan Mendes is for sale in January, should ... - HITCHITCall 5 news articles »
  
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• Nottingham Forest can end their slump with a bang, insists Mustapha Carayol - Nottingham Post

  15-11-2016 20:44
  
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  Nottingham Forest can end their slump with a bang, insists Mustapha Carayol
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  Mustapha Carayol remains convinced Nottingham Forest are equipped to end their Championship slump with a bang – by giving somebody a hammering, now their attacking arsenal is close to being back firing on all cylinders. The flying winger is ...
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• Nottinghamshire's Rich List for 2016 revealed - Nottingham Post

  15-11-2016 20:39
  
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  Nottinghamshire's Rich List for 2016 revealed
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  This year's Nottinghamshire Rich List 2016 has been revealed and includes a range of people, from businessmen and sports stars to engineering giants. The 40 people named on this list have a combined wealth which adds to up to a remarkable £18.267 ...and more »
  
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• Notinghamshire's Rich List for 2016 revealed - Nottingham Post

  15-11-2016 20:39
  
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  Notinghamshire's Rich List for 2016 revealed
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  This year's Nottinghamshire Rich List 2016 has been revealed and includes a range of people, from businessmen and sports stars to engineering giants. The 40 people named on this list have a combined wealth which adds to up to a remarkable £18.267 ...and more »
  
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• Nottmtails commented Nottingham Forest can end their slump with a bang, insists...

  15-11-2016 20:30
  
  Mustapha Carayol remains convinced Nottingham Forest are equipped to end their Championship slump with a bang – by giving somebody a hammering, now their attacking arsenal is close to being back firing on all cylinders.The flying winger is encouraged by the number of chances Philippe Montanier's side have carved out in recent outings.And he believes Forest will soon be climbing the Championship table when the head coach has the likes of Britt Assombalonga, Nicklas Bendtner and Apostolos...
  
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• Nottingham Post published Nottinghamshire's Rich List for 2016 revealed

  15-11-2016 20:24
  
  This year's Nottinghamshire Rich List 2016 has been revealed and includes a range of people, from businessmen and sports stars to engineering giants. The 40 people named on this list have a combined wealth which adds to up to a remarkable £18.267 billion. Half of that belongs to one man - the major shareholder of Nottingham's biggest employer, Boots.The entry price for making this exclusive list is high. You'll need a personal fortune of at least £15 million to qualify for a place...
  
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• Nottingham Post published Notinghamshire's Rich List for 2016 revealed

  15-11-2016 20:24
  
  This year's Nottinghamshire Rich List 2016 has been revealed and includes a range of people, from businessmen and sports stars to engineering giants. The 40 people named on this list have a combined wealth which adds to up to a remarkable £18.267 billion. Half of that belongs to one man - the major shareholder of Nottingham's biggest employer, Boots.The entry price for making this exclusive list is high. You'll need a personal fortune of at least £15 million to qualify for a place...
  
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• Nottingham Post commented Notinghamshire's Rich List for 2016 revealed

  15-11-2016 20:24
  
  This year's Nottinghamshire Rich List 2016 has been revealed and includes a range of people, from businessmen and sports stars to engineering giants. The 40 people named on this list have a combined wealth which adds to up to a remarkable £18.267 billion. Half of that belongs to one man - the major shareholder of Nottingham's biggest employer, Boots.The entry price for making this exclusive list is high. You'll need a personal fortune of at least £15 million to qualify for a place...
  
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• Traffic on A52 near Nottingham at near-standstill after two-vehicle crash - Nottingham Post

  15-11-2016 20:17
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  Traffic on A52 near Nottingham at near-standstill after two-vehicle crash
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  Traffic on the A52 between Derby and Nottingham is at a near-standstill after a two-vehicle crash. Nottinghamshire Police and Highways England confirmed two vehicles crashed on junction 25 of the M1 at around 4.50pm today. Traffic company Inrix and ...and more »
  
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• JemmaPage published Traffic on A52 near Nottingham at near-standstill after...

  15-11-2016 19:39
  
  Traffic on the A52 between Derby and Nottingham is at a near-standstill after a two-vehicle crash.Nottinghamshire Police and Highways England confirmed two vehicles crashed on junction 25 of the M1 at around 4.50pm today.Traffic company Inrix and Google's live traffic service reported "heavier than usual" traffic on the eastbound carriageway of the A52 between Victoria Avenue and junction 25 of the M1.Highways England said: "It looks like there was a two-vehicle crash but the...
  
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• “There is no control”: Officers at Nottingham Prison join national protest - Notts TV

  15-11-2016 19:31
  
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  “There is no control”: Officers at Nottingham Prison join national protest
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  Prison officers in Nottingham stopped work and joined colleagues around the country in protesting about safety fears. In a statement, the Prison Officers Association (POA) directed all members to take protest action after talks between the union and ...and more »
  
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• isaacashe published Claims four-year-old was abused by gang of 10-year-olds at...

  15-11-2016 19:01
  
  Police have investigated claims that a gang of 10-year-old boys allegedly abused a four-year-old in the bathroom of a Nottinghamshire school.The boy's mother made an allegation of sexual abuse. Nottinghamshire Police confirmed to the Post that it investigated the reported sexual assault "thoroughly" but the case is not currently active - but would welcome a request to review the investigation.A spokesperson said: "Nottinghamshire Police takes reports of this nature very seriously...
  
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• Cabbie fined after plying for hire on Nottingham street - Nottingham Post

  15-11-2016 18:53
  
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  Cabbie fined after plying for hire on Nottingham street
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  Nottingham magistrates heard that Robel Tadeese was a private hire driver who should only have taken passengers on pre-arranged journeys. He was caught when plain clothes officers saw him parked on Middle Pavement at 10pm on a Saturday. Margaret ...
  
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• Finalists announced for Nottingham Post Women in Business Awards - Nottingham Post

  15-11-2016 18:46
  
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  Finalists announced for Nottingham Post Women in Business Awards
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  From the female owner of a historic lace firm to a teenager chosen as a national role model apprentice, this year's Nottingham Post Women in Business Awards ...and more »
  
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• Family appeal for missing father-of-two to return home safely - Nottingham Post

  15-11-2016 18:33
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  Family appeal for missing father-of-two to return home safely
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  A 'kind-hearted' father-of-two left his house keys and wallet at home before saying a prayer at a mosque shortly before he disappeared. Debt collector Sammad Ali was last seen at 4.15pm on Sunday when he was believed to be making his way home from the ...
  
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• rsherdley published Ex-policeman cleared of raping 14-year-old

  15-11-2016 18:31
  
  An ex-policeman cried in the dock as he was acquitted of raping a 14-year-old girl in her home 36 years ago.After jurors in the case against Ex-Detective Constable Raymond Jeacock were sent out to deliberate this afternoon, they returned within half-an-hour with a "not guilty" verdict.Mr Jeacock, who always denied raping the child, was clearly emotional at the jury's speedy decision.The former officer, who became a social worker and top swimming coach in Mansfield - teaching youngsters...
  
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• Nottingham Post commented Cabbie fined after plying for hire on Nottingham street

  15-11-2016 18:25
  
  A bogus cabbie was fined £430 after picking up customers in a city centre sting.Nottingham magistrates heard that Robel Tadeese was a private hire driver who should only have taken passengers on pre-arranged journeys.He was caught when plain clothes officers saw him parked on Middle Pavement at 10pm on a Saturday.Margaret Martin, prosecuting, said: "They were there to prevent private hire operators from illegally plying for hire. They approached the taxi, which was stationary.Read...
  
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• Nottmtails commented Paul Taylor: Sign or sell, it is decision time over Henri...

  15-11-2016 18:22
  
  While much remains up in the air at Nottingham Forest, with a takeover bid ongoing and head coach Philippe Montanier under pressure to inspire an upturn in results in the Championship, there is another situation that must be resolved as a matter of urgency at the City Ground, according to Paul TaylorIn February 2015, Dougie Freedman handed Henri Lansbury the captain's armband at Nottingham Forest.In public the then-Reds manager offered the usual supportive, appreciative noises about the...
  
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• JemmaPage published Abandoned chapel granted licence to hold weddings in Nottinghamsh...

  15-11-2016 18:19
  
  An abandoned chapel has been restored to its former glory and granted a licence to hold weddings in Nottinghamshire. Kimberley Cemetery Chapel is the 70th approved venue and the first cemetery chapel to be granted a licence to hold weddings in Nottinghamshire by the county council's registration service. Councillor Glynn Gilfoyle, chair of the county council's community safety committee, said: "This chapel is very appealing for weddings and other special occasions as it has a stunning...
  
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• Nottingham cycle super-highway open as bike network expands - Nottingham Post

  15-11-2016 18:15
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  Nottingham cycle super-highway open as bike network expands
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  The sign says it all for the city's cyclists: Western Cycle Corridor – Open For Use. An official opening will follow but the cycle super-highway in Castle Boulevard now offers a new, safer deal for riders pedaling between the city centre, QMC and ...
  
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• Seriously ill Nottingham child offered helicopter ride - Nottingham Post

  15-11-2016 18:11
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  Seriously ill Nottingham child offered helicopter ride
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  Amie Garratt, who is 18 years old, is currently living with rare condition, Dravets Syndrome, which causes epileptic fits and learning difficulties. Seriously ill Nottingham child offered helicopter ride. X. Share Tweet Share Pin It Email. Copy link to ...
  
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• DanRobinson published Finalists announced for Nottingham Post Women in Business Awards

  15-11-2016 18:05
  
  From the female owner of a historic lace firm to a teenager chosen as a national role model apprentice, this year's Nottingham Post Women in Business Awards finalists have proven to be inspirational in a wide range of industries.After hundreds of nominations, 36 women have been shortlisted across 12 categories for the 2016 competition by a judging panel.They span small, medium and large businesses, while women proudly representing charities and public sector organisations have also been...
  
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• laurahammond published This boy is upset about the street lights near his home - and he...

  15-11-2016 18:00
  
  A nine-year-old boy has written to Nottinghamshire County Council to express his concerns about new LED street lights installed in Lady Bay.Sebastian Willcocks, who lives in Lady Bay, feels that the lights in Holme Road are "too bright" and that they cause a distraction for drivers.He also said that the new brighter lights make it difficult to see the stars at night.The primary school pupil wants the council to either make the lights dimmer or install motion activated lights instead.He...
  
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• laurahammond published This boy is upset about the street lights in his road - and he...

  15-11-2016 18:00
  
  A nine-year-old boy has written to Nottinghamshire County Council to express his concerns about new LED street lights installed in Lady Bay.Sebastian Willcocks, who lives in Lady Bay, feels that the lights in Holme Road are "too bright" and that they cause a distraction for drivers.He also said that the new brighter lights make it difficult to see the stars at night.The primary school pupil wants the council to either make the lights dimmer or install motion activated lights instead.He...
  
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• laurahammond commented This boy is upset about the street lights near his home - and he...

  15-11-2016 18:00
  
  A nine-year-old boy has written to Nottinghamshire County Council to express his concerns about new LED street lights installed in Lady Bay.Sebastian Willcocks, who lives in Lady Bay, feels that the lights in Holme Road are "too bright" and that they cause a distraction for drivers.He also said that the new brighter lights make it difficult to see the stars at night.The primary school pupil wants the council to either make the lights dimmer or install motion activated lights instead.He...
  
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• JHLewis commented Nottingham cycle super-highway open as bike network expands

  15-11-2016 18:00
  
  The sign says it all for the city's cyclists: Western Cycle Corridor – Open For Use. An official opening will follow but the cycle super-highway in Castle Boulevard now offers a new, safer deal for riders pedaling between the city centre, QMC and University of Nottingham.Without a fanfare from the city council's headquarters, Tuesday morning traffic looked thin. In ten minutes we saw just four riders on the dedicated two-way route created on the southern edge of the boulevard. Read more:..
  
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• Toton HS2 station announcement welcomed by Nottingham businesses - Nottingham Post

  15-11-2016 17:53
  
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  Toton HS2 station announcement welcomed by Nottingham businesses
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  The boss of a Nottingham firm that has already played a key role in the HS2 project has backed the Government's preferred route – and believes the city stands to benefit. Pino De Rosa, managing director of civil engineering contractor Bridgeway ...and more »
  
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• New live music event launches in Nottingham this week to showcase unsigned talent - Nottingham Post

  15-11-2016 17:53
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  New live music event launches in Nottingham this week to showcase unsigned talent
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  A brand new live music event is launching in Nottingham this week aiming to showcase independent unsigned musicians and vocalists from across the UK. VOCAB comes from the people behind Acoustickle, which was where the likes of Jake Bugg and Saint ...
  
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• The secret faces of alcoholism in Nottingham: The dad - Notts TV

  15-11-2016 17:42
  
  The secret faces of alcoholism in Nottingham: The dad
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  Nottingham continues to have some of the highest levels of problem drinking in the UK – with the death rate for chronic liver disease nearly double the national average, and tens of thousands of people in the city struggling to control their intake. As ...
  
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• NottmPostEG published New live music event launches in Nottingham this week to showcase...

  15-11-2016 17:31
  
  A brand new live music event is launching in Nottingham this week aiming to showcase independent unsigned musicians and vocalists from across the UK.VOCAB comes from the people behind Acoustickle, which was where the likes of Jake Bugg and Saint Raymond played their first gigs before chart success beckoned them away to larger venues.The night, which begins on Friday, November 18 at The Maze in Mansfield Road, will be different to Acoustickle as it will feature unsigned artists from beyond...
  
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• JamesPallatt published Steve Evans expected to be unveiled as new Mansfield Town manager

  15-11-2016 17:11
  
  Steve Evans is expected to be unveiled as Mansfield Town's new manager at a press conference tomorrow.The 54-year-old Scot has been out of work since being sacked by Leeds United in May.But he is understood to be set to replace Adam Murray as Stags' boss, after Murray stepped down yesterday.Mansfield have issued a statement on their website, confirming their new manager will be announced at 3pm tomorrow."Mansfield Town will unveil their new manager on Wednesday afternoon," it...
  
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• JamesPallatt commented Steve Evans expected to be unveiled as new Mansfield Town manager

  15-11-2016 17:11
  
  Steve Evans is expected to be unveiled as Mansfield Town's new manager at a press conference tomorrow.The 54-year-old Scot has been out of work since being sacked by Leeds United in May.But he is understood to be set to replace Adam Murray as Stags' boss, after Murray stepped down yesterday, though Charlton Athletic are also thought to be chasing him.Mansfield have issued a statement on their website, confirming their new manager will be announced at 3pm tomorrow."Mansfield Town will unveil...
  
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• MattJarram published City council buys Sneinton Police Station for library plans

  15-11-2016 17:04
  
  Sneinton Police Station is set to become a library after Nottingham City Council bought the building - but officers will also continue to work from the site.The remodelled building in Sneinton Dale will be renamed The Dales Centre under plans by the city council, in partnership with Nottinghamshire Police.It will include a modern library, become a home for local groups, as well as housing the existing local police base.The council said that previous public consultation conducted in 2016 showed..
  
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• MattJarram commented City council buys Sneinton Police Station for library plans

  15-11-2016 17:04
  
  Sneinton Police Station is set to become a library after Nottingham City Council bought the building - but officers will also continue to work from the site.The remodelled building in Sneinton Dale will be renamed The Dales Centre under plans by the city council, in partnership with Nottinghamshire Police.It will include a modern library, become a home for local groups, as well as housing the existing local police base.The council said that previous public consultation conducted in 2016 showed..
  
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• RachelGorman commented Detonate organisers can only 'physically afford' 50 per cent...

  15-11-2016 17:00
  
  Organisers of a large music festival - which closed early due to safety concerns - cannot afford to fully refund their customers amid bankruptcy fears.More than two weeks after the shock shutdown of the Detonate Halloween event at Nottingham Racecourse, festival-goers have begun to receive emails from the organisers concerning their compensation claims - but not everyone is happy with the 50 percent refund on offer.The email, which was forwarded to the Post by one disappointed reveller, includes
  
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• HS2: North West and Yorkshire routes confirmed

  15-11-2016 16:54 via bbc.co.uk
  
  The route for HS2's next phase from Crewe to Manchester and Birmingham to Leeds has been announced.
  
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• Nottingham Forest 'have everything there to be a Premier League club' again - Nottingham Post

  15-11-2016 16:50
  
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  Nottingham Forest 'have everything there to be a Premier League club' again
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  From Aston Villa to the Chinese Super League, Marlon Harewood has played across all levels of the game, but it was at Nottingham Forest where he first made his name. He has spoken to the Post's Dan Robinson about his career. The score was 2-0 in ...
  
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• Ex-Nottinghamshire detective Raymond Jeacock cleared of rape

  15-11-2016 16:49 via bbc.co.uk
  
  A former police officer is cleared of raping a 14-year-old girl 36 years ago.
  
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