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• DaveWhitfield published Firefighters hail Andy Quinn's great performance on Michael...

  19-11-2016 22:58
  
  Notts firefighter Andy Quinn was the star of the show on BBC One this evening - and praise is coming in from all quarters. Andy appeared on Michael McIntyre's Big Show tonight as the 'Unexpected Star of the Show'. After his wife Emma put him forward for the show he went to London to deliver what he thought was a a fire safety talk.
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• RachelGorman published Lotto Results: Winning National Lottery numbers for Saturday,...

  19-11-2016 22:34
  
  Wouldn't it be lovely knowing you didn't have to go to work on Monday? Grab your Lotto ticket and see if you've won big.Tonight's jackpot was an estimated £5.6 million and all you need is six matching numbers to win.The winning numbers in the Lotto draw for Saturday, November 19 was 5, 7, 8, 16, 28, 37. The bonus ball was 40.Read more: UK's largest inflatable Father Christmas lands in NottsPresented by Kate Garraway, tonight's special guest was Pointless host Alexander Armstrong who pushed
  
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• RachelGorman published Three men arrested and two people in hospital following assault...

  19-11-2016 21:51
  
  Extra police have been put on patrol in Clifton in a bid to reassure residents following a reported assault in the area.The incident, which happened at Cavell Close, has left two men in hospital.The pair are being treated for head injuries at Nottingham's Queen's Medical Centre - it is not believed that their injuries are life threatening.Nottinghamshire Police were called to the scene just after 4.10pm today(Saturday, November 19) and three men have since been arrested in connection with the...
  
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• Nottmtails published Philippe Montanier hails two-goal Britt Assombalonga in...

  19-11-2016 21:28
  
  Philippe Montanier admitted Britt Assombalonga made the difference for Nottingham Forest in front of goal – but felt it was a team performance that earned his side a much-needed three points at Ipswich Town. Assombalonga netted both goals in a deserved 2-0 win at Portman Road, as he demonstrated the brand of clinical finishing Forest have been missing recently. But while Montanier was delighted to see the striker take his tally for the season to six goals, he was equally pleased to see...
  
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• Nottmtails commented Philippe Montanier hails two-goal Britt Assombalonga in...

  19-11-2016 21:28
  
  Philippe Montanier admitted Britt Assombalonga made the difference for Nottingham Forest in front of goal – but felt it was a team performance that earned his side a much-needed three points at Ipswich Town. Assombalonga netted both goals in a deserved 2-0 win at Portman Road, as he demonstrated the brand of clinical finishing Forest have been missing recently. But while Montanier was delighted to see the striker take his tally for the season to six goals, he was equally pleased to see...
  
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• Barry_Cooper published Nottingham Forest's players score highest marks of the season in...

  19-11-2016 20:50
  
  Nottingham Forest's players earned high marks as the Reds recorded their first away league win of the season at Ipswich Town.Vladimir Stojkovic: Made a big save in the first half to deny David McGoldrick and caught more crosses than he has done so far for Forest. Strong. Rating: 8/10Joe Worrall: What can you say about the youngster? His third game and he looks like he's played 300 times. Strong, confident and just what the Reds needed. Rating: 8/10Matt Mills: A strong, dominant performance from.
  
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• Barry_Cooper commented Nottingham Forest's players score highest marks of the season in...

  19-11-2016 20:50
  
  Nottingham Forest's players earned high marks as the Reds recorded their first away league win of the season at Ipswich Town. Vladimir Stojkovic: Made a big save in the first half to deny David McGoldrick and caught more crosses than he has done so far for Forest. Strong. Rating: 8/10 Joe Worrall: What can you say about the youngster? His third game and he looks like he's played 300 times. Strong, confident and just what the Reds needed. Rating: 8/10 Matt Mills: A strong, dominant...
  
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• Nottmtails commented Britt Assombalonga double fires Forest to first away Championship...

  19-11-2016 20:24
  
  Britt Assombalonga took centre stage as Nottingham Forest notched up their first Championship away win – and first clean sheet – in a timely 2-0 win at Ipswich Town.The striker found the back of the net twice – the first goal coming after only 17 seconds – in the first half, to help the Reds to secure a much-needed three points.Assombalonga has now netted six times in just four starts and four sub appearances in the league, but did cause some concern when he had to be...
  
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• JamesPallatt published Steve Evans made to feel like Mansfield Town's new messiah as he...

  19-11-2016 20:19
  
  Steve Evans said he was made to feel like Mansfield Town's new messiah by fans he met at the One Call Stadium ahead of his first match in charge of the club.And he has promised supporters he will give everything to make the Stags a success.The Scot made a great start to life as Mansfield's manager.After replacing Adam Murray during the week, he inspired his new team to a 3-1 win over his old club Crawley Town on home soil.And he said: "I came to the ground and met some wonderful, humble...
  
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• JamesPallatt commented Steve Evans made to feel like Mansfield Town's new messiah as he...

  19-11-2016 20:19
  
  Steve Evans said he was made to feel like Mansfield Town's new messiah by fans he met at the One Call Stadium ahead of his first match in charge of the club.And he has promised supporters he will give everything to make the Stags a success.The Scot made a great start to life as Mansfield's manager.After replacing Adam Murray during the week, he inspired his new team to a 3-1 win over his old club Crawley Town on home soil.And he said: "I came to the ground and met some wonderful, humble...
  
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• JamesPallatt published Is Britt Assombalonga's goal after 17 SECONDS the fastest one...

  19-11-2016 19:29
  
  Britt Assombalonga's goal after just 17 seconds for Nottingham Forest at Ipswich Town tonight must have had Reds fans scrambling for the club's record books, asking themselves if it's the fastest one ever.But, while the £5.5m striker's goal at Portman Road might have been lightning quick, it was not quite quick enough to set a new club record.Amazingly, former Reds forward Jack Lester, now the club's Under-23s team coach, scored a goal for Forest even more quickly!Read more: Former Forest.
  
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• DaveWhitfield published Snow and Storm Angus SHOULD miss us - but winter is here

  19-11-2016 18:53
  
  The first named storm of the season is set to hit the UK tonight - but at the moment it's expected to pass to the south of Notts.Storm Angus is set to hit the south-west of England at about 8pm or 9pm, and then move across the country throughout the night.The Met Office has issued an amber "be prepared" weather warning ahead of Storm Angus, from Bournemouth to Dover, for coastal winds and gusts of up to 80mph.Read more: Michael McIntyre pranks Nottinghamshire firefighter on TV...
  
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• JamesPallatt published Former Forest goalkeeper Lee Camp saves not one, but two...

  19-11-2016 18:43
  
  Former Nottingham Forest goalkeeper Lee Camp saved not one, but two penalties against the Reds' arch-rivals Derby County!Camp twice denied ex-Forest loanee Tom Ince from the spot.But Ince still managed to score twice, either side of a Darren Bent goal, as the Rams beat Camp's rock-bottom Rotherham United 3-0.Ian Holloway began his second spell as QPR manager with a 2-1 victory to pile more pressure on Norwich City counterpart Alex O'Neil in the Championship.Holloway's men made a dream start when
  
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• Nottmtails published Daniel Pinillos makes Nottingham Forest return at Ipswich, but...

  19-11-2016 18:04
  
  Daniel Pinillos was set to make his first start for Nottingham Forest in 11 months as injury and suspension forced Philippe Montanier to make two changes to his side at Ipswich Town.Chris Cohen missed out with a slight groin problem he suffered in training – but he has a chance of returning to action at Barnsley on Friday night. While Hildeberto Pereira sat out the first of his three-match ban, following his third red card of the season.Cohen's injury meant a chance to impress in midfield.
  
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• JemmaPage published Woman's 'kindness advent calendar' has been downloaded 3,500...

  19-11-2016 18:00
  
  A 44-year-old woman with chronic fatigue syndrome has created a 'kindness advent calendar' to spread a bit of happiness this festive season.Helen Green, of Hucknall, once worked abroad teaching English, but her debilitating condition often leaves her unable to get out of bed.She has spent the past 18 months doing good deeds in the community, like leaving chocolate bars for people to find, since her diagnosis last July.Helen, of Nabbs Lane, who has suffered with the condition for the past three..
  
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• Leigh_Curtis commented Notts County lose to bottom side Newport at Meadow Lane

  19-11-2016 17:43
  
  Notts County's miserable home record at Meadow Lane continued this afternoon as they were trounced 3-0 by revitalised Newport.The Magpies were a goal behind after 34 minutes when Rhys Healey was fouled inside the area by Richard Duffy.The referee pointed to the spot and although Sean Rigg's shot was saved by Adam Collin, he picked up the rebound to lash in from close range.Newport, who arrived at Meadow Lane unbeaten in six games, then doubled their lead when Healey drove at the Notts defence...
  
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• NottmPostEG published Opera North's Il Tabarro and Suor Angelica at Nottingham's...

  19-11-2016 17:18
  
  Puccini's one-act operas Il Tabarro and Suor Angelica may be short in duration but they certainly aren't short of emotional impact. Their composer was never one to hide his feelings or shy away from pain, so here in two concentrated outbursts were passionate love, jealousy, murder, a dead child, suicide and a vision of Heaven.Read more: UK's largest inflatable Father Christmas lands in NottsIf you can abandon yourself to the white heat of Il Tabarro's love triangle, then Opera North's production
  
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• JamesPallatt published Nottingham Panthers on brink of qualifying for Continental Cup...

  19-11-2016 17:07
  
  Kristian Kudroc scored his first goal for Nottingham Panthers as they put themselves on the brink of qualifying for the finals of the Continental Cup.The Slovakian netted in a 4-3 win for Corey Neilson's side against French team Angers.And, following their 5-4 win over hosts Odense Bulldogs last night, it puts the Panthers top of Group D in the third phase of the competition and on the verge of reaching the last-four shootout for the cup in January.The Panthers fell 1-0 behind on 3:48, Jonathan.
  
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• DaveWhitfield published These postcards cost a fiver each - but it's all for a good cause

  19-11-2016 17:05
  
  More than 300 postcards have been submitted for an exhibition at Bromley House Library in Nottingham city centre.And all the cards are available to buy to help raise funds for The Renewal Trust, aregeneration charity working in St Ann's, Sneinton and Mapperley.The 'Secret Postcard Show' has been put on to mark the 200th birthday of the library in Angel Row. Read more: UK's largest inflatable Father Christmas lands in NottsThe cards have been donated by a wide range of people including...
  
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• RachelGorman published Michael McIntyre pranks Nottinghamshire firefighter on TV tonight

  19-11-2016 16:11
  
  The second series of Michael McIntyre's Big Show kicks off tonight on BBC One with guest stars Olly Murs, Ellie Goulding and erm, Andy Quinn.The last name may not ring a bell and that's because Andy isn't a celeb as such, he's a firefighter with Nottinghamshire Fire and Rescue Service and the Unexpected Star Of The Show on this week's episode. For those new to the programme, the 'unexpected star' segment of the show follows an unsuspecting member of the public as they are asked to do fake jobs,.
  
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• RachelGorman commented Michael McIntyre pranks Nottinghamshire firefighter on TV tonight

  19-11-2016 16:11
  
  The second series of Michael McIntyre's Big Show kicks off tonight on BBC One with guest stars Olly Murs, Ellie Goulding and erm, Andy Quinn.The last name may not ring a bell and that's because Andy isn't a celeb as such, he's a firefighter with Nottinghamshire Fire and Rescue Service and the Unexpected Star Of The Show on this week's episode. For those new to the programme, the 'unexpected star' segment of the show follows an unsuspecting member of the public as they are asked to do fake jobs,.
  
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• RachelGorman published Nottingham's Winter Wonderland: We went on a tour of the skating...

  19-11-2016 15:33
  
  After nearly a month in the making, Nottingham's Winter Wonderland is now officially open - and we're as excited as Will Ferrell's Elf seeing Santa Claus.Anyone walking through Old Market Square or along Long Row would have no doubt already seen the selection box of food stalls, kids' rides and craft stalls... not to mention smelling that festive favourite, mulled wine. But what's new?
  Read more: Nottingham's Winter Wonderland is open - here's what to expect Well there's brand new, much...
  
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• RachelGorman published Nottingham's Winter Wonderland: Join us on a live tour of the...

  19-11-2016 15:33
  
  After nearly a month in the making, Nottingham's Winter Wonderland is now officially open - and we're as excited as Will Ferrell's Elf seeing Santa Claus.Anyone walking through Old Market Square or along Long Row would have no doubt already seen the veritable selection box of food stalls, kids' rides and craft stalls... not to mention smell that festive favourite; mulled wine. But what's new? Read more: Sneak peek inside Nottingham's first ever ice bar at this year's Winter...
  
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• JamesPallatt published Nottinghamshire's Stuart Broad gives England injury boost in...

  19-11-2016 15:28
  
  Nottinghamshire's Stuart Broad has given England an injury boost in India.The right-arm seamer had scans on a foot problem after close of play on the second day of the second Test, which revealed he has strained a tendon and one of the small joints in his right forefoot.But he was able to bat in England's first innings, scoring 13, and then produced an impressive opening spell at the start of India's second innings, claiming two wickets for six runs.The England and Wales Cricket Board (ECB) is..
  
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• DaveWhitfield published Patient stages 'sit-in' as he refuses to be discharged from...

  19-11-2016 15:21
  
  A 50-year-old man is refusing to be discharged from hospital because he says he would have to wait too long for an outpatient appointment.Paul Donohue from Eastwood was admitted to Nottingham City Hospital on Thursday with "chronic pain" in his groin.He said it was his fourth admission for the same problem in the past four months, and he has been treated with antibiotics. He claimed the hospital had carried out a scan and located an infection, but that he was discharged at 8.30 this...
  
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• DaveWhitfield published Patient says he 'refused' to go home from hospital

  19-11-2016 15:21
  
  A 50-year-old man said he had refused to be discharged from hospital because he would have had to wait too long for an outpatient appointment.Paul Donohue from Eastwood was admitted to Nottingham City Hospital on Thursday with "chronic pain" in his groin. He said it was his fourth admission for the same problem in the past four months, and he has been treated with antibiotics.He claimed the hospital had carried out a scan and located an infection, but that he was told he was discharged...
  
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• Leigh_Curtis published Notts County v Newport LIVE from Meadow Lane

  19-11-2016 14:55
  
  Notts County will be aiming to bounce back to winning form in League Two against Newport County at Meadow Lane, after producing their worst performance of the season in the 4-0 defeat at Blackpool last Saturday. The Magpies have won since that terrible day at Bloomfield Road, beating non-league Boreham Wood 2-0 in an FA Cup first round replay on home soil in midweek thanks to goals from Jonathan Forte and on-loan Aaron Collins. And boss John Sheridan will be hoping his players do the...
  
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• RachelGorman published UK's largest inflatable Father Christmas lands in Notts

  19-11-2016 14:49
  
  Standing at 39ft tall, you won't see this Santa fitting down many chimneys this Christmas.The Giant St Nick (the largest inflatable Father Christmas in the UK) landed at Holme Pierrepont National Watersports Centre on Saturday afternoon to promote this year's Santa Run and Walk in aid of Rainbows Hospice.It was a few days later than planned due to high speed winds earlier in the week.Read more: Nottingham's Winter Wonderland is open - here's what's going onHis inflation took around five...
  
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• JamesPallatt published Where do Nottingham Forest and Notts County rank in English...

  19-11-2016 14:24
  
  Nottingham should have a warning sign for managers coming into the city, telling them to quickly make a U-turn and never come back.That's because thanks to Nottingham Forest and Notts County the city is the worst place for manager sackings outside of London in the last four years.With the two closest stadiums in the country, the City Ground and Meadow Lane being separated only by the River Trent, the Reds and the Magpies have axed a staggering nine managers between them since the start of the...
  
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• NottmPostEG published Review: Disney On Ice - Frozen, Motorpoint Arena

  19-11-2016 14:04
  
  Tonight's privileged entertainment was front row seats for Disney's current ice extravaganza for parents, son and daughter - which could have felt dated being themed around Frozen, now three whole years old (it feels much, MUCH longer to every parent of youngsters I'm sure).The start didn't bode well with Julie and Jackson skating out to warm the crowd up with a snowman dance, and ridiculously perky American accents that grated more than fingernails on a chalkboard. But things rapidly improved..
  
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• Nottingham Post published Check how your area rates for burglaries with our exclusive...

  19-11-2016 12:58
  
  How likely are you to be burgled in the area where you live?It's not something anyone wants to have to go through. But you can see the burglaries that have taken place in your area over the last two years using out exclusive gadget, below.Simply type in your postcode and the gadget shows you how many burglaries took place in the past 12 months.Read more: Tenants complain of mould and dead rat at ex-Forest man's houseYou can also compare that to the year before, to see whether burglary is...
  
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• Rushcliffe Arena fire: Teenager guilty of arson attack

  19-11-2016 12:53 via bbc.co.uk
  
  A teenage boy is detained for two years for causing a major fire at an arena that resulted in more than £250,000 in damages.
  
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• DaveWhitfield published Micky Flanagan tickets now on sale - and he's added an extra...

  19-11-2016 12:24
  
  Comedian Micky Flanagan has added another Nottingham date for his tour in May next year.Tickets for the tour - entitled'An' Another Fing' - went on sale at 10am today, Saturday.And in a surprise move, an extra date at the Motorpoint Arena has been announced for Saturday May 6, to go with the date already revealed for Wednesday May 3.The announcement follows his record breaking "Back In The Game" tour of 2013 which took in 129 shows - making it the biggest comedy tour in the world...
  
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• Nottingham Post published Tenants complain of mould and dead rat at former Forest striker's...

  19-11-2016 11:17
  
  Former Nottingham Forest striker Dexter Blackstock says that problems reported by tenants in a house he owns are down to the management company - not him. Tenants at the house in Addison Street in the Arboretum say they have had problems with mould on floors and walls, rubbish in the back garden– and even a dead rat in the cellar. They also said some smoke alarms were broken.The students living there claimed they were still suffering problems despite complaining to both Mr Blackstock and..
  
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• Nottingham Post commented Tenants complain of mould and dead rat at former Forest striker's...

  19-11-2016 11:17
  
  Former Nottingham Forest striker Dexter Blackstock says that problems reported by tenants in a house he owns are down to the management company - not him. Tenants at the house in Addison Street in the Arboretum say they have had problems with mould on floors and walls, rubbish in the back garden– and even a dead rat in the cellar. They also said some smoke alarms were broken.The students living there claimed they were still suffering problems despite complaining to both Mr Blackstock and..
  
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• Barry_Cooper published Nottingham Forest LIVE: Ipswich Town vs Forest at Portman Road

  19-11-2016 10:40
  
  Welcome to live coverage of Nottingham Forest's trip to Ipswich Town. Philippe Montanier's Reds will arrive in Suffolk in search of their first away win in the Championship this season. Forest are also without a clean sheet in any fixture, and you sense the Reds defence that has looked somewhat more solid in the last two games will face another stern examination against Mick McCarthy's side. The Reds have a more than respectable record against the Tractor Boys, but haven't won there since...
  
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• DaveWhitfield published Wonderful 'old v new' photos highlight iconic Nottingham...

  19-11-2016 10:03
  
  These great composite photos show how parts of Nottingham have remained unchanged over the passing years. The 'Old v New' pictures feature iconic locations such as the Theatre Royal, train station, council house and Albert Hall. But there are also quirkier shots featuring phone boxes, and the pedestrian bridge over Parliament Street. Read more: How Toton Sidings became a huge railway hub - in Victorian days They were put together by Sheridale Productions, a photography and film...
  
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• JemmaPage published Free food this weekend as Ugly Bread Bakery celebrates its second...

  19-11-2016 09:30
  
  Staff at a continental bakery and deli will be handing out free food samples to people in Nottingham this weekend to celebrate the cafe's second birthday. The Ugly Bread Bakery, in Pelham Street, Hockley, opened in 2014 and has built up a strong following in that time. The business is gearing up for a busy anniversary weekend, with the chance for people to sample some of their best-selling food. The weekend will also include live music, goodie bags and vouchers for giveaways. Read more:...
  
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• JemmaPage published What's it like to swim at Colwick Country Park when the water's...

  19-11-2016 09:15
  
  Cleaner Peter Hawksworth braved the November temperatures as he took the plunge and went for a swim in a bitter cold lake at Colwick Country Park - in just his Speedos. The 59-year-old, of Bilborough, was one of seven people to take a dip in the park's west lake today when water temperatures were just six degrees Celsius. The event was the first winter open water swim organised by Nottingham City Council, which already holds similar sessions in the summer. Most people wore wetsuits but Mr...
  
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• JemmaPage published Victim sustains serious head injury after 'unprovoked attack' in...

  19-11-2016 08:24
  
  Police have released images of three people they want to speak to in connection with an 'unprovoked attack' in a Nottinghamshire town.Two people were injured, one of them sustaining a serious head injury following the assault.Read more: 17-year-old faces year in custody after setting fire to Rushcliffe ArenaThe attack took place in the Victoria Square area of Worksop at around 3.30am on Saturday, October 15.Nottinghamshire Police has now released pictures of two men and a woman they want to get.
  
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• JemmaPage commented Victim sustains serious head injury after 'unprovoked attack' in...

  19-11-2016 08:24
  
  Police have released images of three people they want to speak to in connection with an 'unprovoked attack' in a Nottinghamshire town.Two people were injured, one of them sustaining a serious head injury following the assault.Read more: 17-year-old faces year in custody after setting fire to Rushcliffe ArenaThe attack took place in the Victoria Square area of Worksop at around 3.30am on Saturday, October 15.Nottinghamshire Police has now released pictures of two men and a woman they want to get.
  
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• JemmaPage published West Bridgford roads to be temporarily closed for tree removal...

  19-11-2016 08:01
  
  Two roads in West Bridgford will be temporarily closed next month while highway officers remove the upper branches of trees.Trent Boulevard, between its junctions with Holme Road and Rutland Road will be closed from 8am until 4pm on December 11.And Holme Road, between its junctions with Trent Boulevard and Woodland Road, will be closed for two hours from 8am.Read more: Severe weather warning for ice issued in NottinghamshireMotorists have been advised to follow one of two alternative routes...
  
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• JemmaPage published West Bridgford roads temporarily closed for tree removal works

  19-11-2016 08:01
  
  Two roads in West Bridgford will be temporarily closed next month while highway officers remove the upper branches of trees.Trent Boulevard, between its junctions with Holme Road and Rutland Road will be closed from 8am until 4pm on December 11.And Holme Road, between its junctions with Trent Boulevard and Woodland Road, will be closed for two hours from 8am.Read more: Severe weather warning for ice issued in NottinghamshireMotorists have been advised to follow one of two alternative routes...
  
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• JemmaPage published Severe weather warning for ice issued in Nottinghamshire

  19-11-2016 07:51
  
  Forecasters have issued a severe weather warning for ice in Nottinghamshire.The yellow warning for "wintry showers leading to the possibility of ice forming" has been put in place from 3.25am until 10am today.The Met Office has urged people to take care on the roads due to "tricky travel" conditions as a result of the ice.Read more: Your stunning pictures of the supermoonA spokesman said: "This will occur primarily on untreated surfaces but perhaps also where grit is...
  
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• Refugee keeper restarts life in Mansfield

  19-11-2016 01:09 via bbc.co.uk
  
  Former professional goalkeeper Fahd Saleh is building a new life in England after fleeing Syria and the threat of torture.
  
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