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• Ball change key to win, says Murphy

  30-11-2016 23:50 via bbc.co.uk
  
  World champion Mark Selby sweeps aside China's Zhang Anda 6-1 to move into the quarter-finals of the UK Championship.
  
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• MattDavies published Cardiff Devils 3 Nottingham Panthers 1: Match report

  30-11-2016 22:14
  
  Nottingham Panthers saw their hopes of regaining momentum suffer a blow as a controversial goal saw them beaten 3-1 at Elite League leaders Cardiff Devils.Panthers performed well as they played with defensive discipline, but three third period goals from the Devils saw them comeback to win it and go 13 points clear.The crucial second Devils goal angered the visitors as former Nottingham sniper Guillaume Doucet tipped in a Mark Louis shot with a stick that looked to be above the crossbar.Devils..
  
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• laurahammond published Campaign to support vulnerable rough sleepers hits £11,000

  30-11-2016 21:22
  
  Around £1,000 has been donated this week to a fundraising campaign supporting Nottingham's rough sleepers.The kind donations mean that the Nottingham Post's appeal to support the city's homelessness charity Framework has now raised £11,000.The Post launched the emergency campaign after it was revealed that for the first time in 20 years more people are expected to sleep rough in Nottingham this Christmas.The aim of the appeal is to raise £30,000 to help Framework tackle the...
  
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• MattDavies published Notts County look to FA Cup to reignite season as tickets go on...

  30-11-2016 21:20
  
  Notts County will be hoping the FA Cup can reignite their faltering season when they take on League One side Peterborough on Sunday.Tickets are now on sale for the second round tie as Notts look for some relief after a run of four straight defeats in League Two.Fans who attend the match at Meadow Lane will be given the opportunity to purchase ahead of general sale should Notts progress to the third round and be drawn against high-profile opposition.Advanced ticket prices are £15 for...
  
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• Nottingham Post published Mum jailed for life after stamping on 21-month-old daughter...

  30-11-2016 20:56
  
  A mother who was jailed for life for murdering her 21-month-old daughter has launched a bid to clear her name.Kathryn Smith caused Ayeeshia Smith injuries which resembled those of a car crash victim after she beat and stamped on her at their home.The 23-year-old, formerly of Sandfield Drive, Annesley, was found guilty of murder at Birmingham Crown Court in April and ordered to serve at least 24 years behind bars before she can apply for parole.Her partner, Matthew Rigby, also 23, formerly of...
  
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• Nottingham Post commented Mum jailed for life after stamping on 21-month-old daughter...

  30-11-2016 20:56
  
  A mother who was jailed for life for murdering her 21-month-old daughter has launched a bid to clear her name.Kathryn Smith caused Ayeeshia Smith injuries which resembled those of a car crash victim after she beat and stamped on her at their home.The 23-year-old, formerly of Sandfield Drive, Annesley, was found guilty of murder at Birmingham Crown Court in April and ordered to serve at least 24 years behind bars before she can apply for parole.Her partner, Matthew Rigby, also 23, formerly of...
  
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• laurahammond published Police appeal for information on missing 82-year-old man

  30-11-2016 20:35
  
  An 82-year-old man from Eastwood has gone missing.Robert Ollerenshaw was last seen leaving an address in Moorgreen at around 1pm on Wednesday, November 30.Read more: Nurse 'banned' from seeing inmate who later died in his cell, inquest hearsHe is described as a white man, 5ft 8 tall and of a medium build with silvery balding hair.He was last seen wearing a red waterproof jacket, green walking trousers, a green 'deer stalking' hat and brown walking trainers.Read more: Thug who stabbed man outside
  
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• rsherdley published Ex-addict admits having heroin with intent to supply

  30-11-2016 20:34
  
  A recovering addict who has admitted possessing heroin with intent to supply will learn his fate just before Christmas.Judge Steven Coupland has indicated David Walmsley, 53, of Nathaniel Road, Long Eaton, he will not go to prison after he pleaded guilty at Nottingham Crown Court on Wednesday.Walmsley, who had been set to go on trial this morning, accepted he had the Class A drug with intent to supply on May 11 last year.Read more: Ex-judge and her husband face jail after admitting faking...
  
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• laurahammond published 'Give staff time off work to help them stop smoking' says health...

  30-11-2016 20:24
  
  Employers should consider allowing staff to use e-cigarettes as an alternative to traditional tobacco-based products, a public health official has said.John Wilcox, insight specialist at Nottingham City Council, said there is a difference between the two and it is "important that organisations take time to consider those differences and how they relate to the health of their employees".Mr Wilcox, speaking at a meeting of the Nottingham City Health and Wellbeing Board on Wednesday, said...
  
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• Montanier keen to unleash Nottingham Forest's attacking trio for first time against Newcastle - Nottingham Post

  30-11-2016 19:56
  
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  Montanier keen to unleash Nottingham Forest's attacking trio for first time against Newcastle
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  Philippe Montanier believes having the attacking trio of Britt Assombalonga, Nicklas Bendtner and Apostolos Vellios available together for the first time can be a vital weapon for Nottingham Forest. The Reds head coach is unlikely to pitch all three ...
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• Nottingham Post published Nurse 'banned' from seeing inmate who later died in his cell,...

  30-11-2016 19:53
  
  A nurse told an inquest she was barred from examining a prison inmate after staff refused to let him out of his cell. Grace Mashiri was giving evidence at the inquest into the death of Ateeq Rafiq, 40, who was held in Nottingham Prison on May 23 last year. He was awaiting court on charges of theft and having an offensive weapon.Miss Mashiri, who had been hired by an agency, described him as "irate" and would not allow her to carry out "baseline observations" in his cell. She...
  
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• rsherdley published Ex-judge and her husband face jail after admitting faking...

  30-11-2016 19:49
  
  A former district judge and her husband face jail after forging a will to get their hands on a country cottage to convert into a retirement home near Newark.Margaret and Alan Hampshire ended their trial today when they pleaded guilty to the charge and other allegations of dishonesty.Judge Gregory Dickinson QC, the Recorder of Nottingham, bailed them both to return for sentencing on Tuesday, December 20.He said: "I know enough already. This is a serious case and Mr Green (Mrs Hampshire's...
  
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• rsherdley commented Ex-judge and her husband face jail after admitting faking...

  30-11-2016 19:49
  
  A former district judge and her husband face jail after forging a will to get their hands on a country cottage to convert into a retirement home near Newark.Margaret and Alan Hampshire ended their trial today when they pleaded guilty to the charge and other allegations of dishonesty.Judge Gregory Dickinson QC, the Recorder of Nottingham, bailed them both to return for sentencing on Tuesday, December 20.He said: "I know enough already. This is a serious case and Mr Green (Mrs Hampshire's...
  
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• Nottmtails published Montanier keen to unleash Nottingham Forest's attacking trio for...

  30-11-2016 19:49
  
  Philippe Montanier believes having the attacking trio of Britt Assombalonga, Nicklas Bendtner and Apostolos Vellios available together for the first time can be a vital weapon for Nottingham Forest.The Reds head coach is unlikely to pitch all three men into the starting line-up against high flying Newcastle on Friday evening.But Montanier hopes that simply having his full attacking arsenal available for the first time this season can give Forest the firepower they need to shoot down the...
  
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• Nottmtails commented Montanier keen to unleash Nottingham Forest's attacking trio for...

  30-11-2016 19:49
  
  Philippe Montanier believes having the attacking trio of Britt Assombalonga, Nicklas Bendtner and Apostolos Vellios available together for the first time can be a vital weapon for Nottingham Forest.The Reds head coach is unlikely to pitch all three men into the starting line-up against high flying Newcastle on Friday evening.But Montanier hopes that simply having his full attacking arsenal available for the first time this season can give Forest the firepower they need to shoot down the...
  
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• Nottmtails published 'Prudent' Montanier says Nottingham Forest must stay grounded...

  30-11-2016 19:45
  
  Just as Nottingham Forest's results have been improving steadily, so too has Philippe Montanier's English vocabulary. And for him, the word of the week is unquestionably 'prudent'. As the Reds prepare to face high flying Newcastle United, they will do so armed with a fresh sense of confidence and belief, following consecutive wins against Ipswich and Barnsley. But, while Montanier concedes that the results have improved the mood among his squad, he warns that the Reds cannot get carried away...
  
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• Nottmtails commented 'Prudent' Montanier says Nottingham Forest must stay grounded...

  30-11-2016 19:45
  
  Just as Nottingham Forest's results have been improving steadily, so too has Philippe Montanier's English vocabulary. And for him, the word of the week is unquestionably 'prudent'. As the Reds prepare to face high flying Newcastle United, they will do so armed with a fresh sense of confidence and belief, following consecutive wins against Ipswich and Barnsley. But, while Montanier concedes that the results have improved the mood among his squad, he warns that the Reds cannot get carried away...
  
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• Nottingham Post published Tragic week shows how football can pull together, says Garry...

  30-11-2016 19:39
  
  Nottingham Forest legend Garry Birtles says a child sex abuse scandal, the plane crash which decimated Brazilian club Chapecoense and the death of former team-mate Paul Futcher has made it a tough one for both him and football.It was both heart-breaking and awe-inspiring watching four ex-footballers on the BBC's Victoria Derbyshire programme, talking about how they had been abused as children.The word legend is over-used, but those four are legends.It cannot have been easy for them to speak out.
  
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• Nottingham Post published England ignore Samit Patel and Alex Hales as they call up Keaton...

  30-11-2016 19:30
  
  Nottinghamshire's Samit Patel and Alex Hales have missed out on surprise returns to the England squad as they were forced to draft in two injury replacements.Keaton Jennings and Liam Dawson have been named as the respective replacements for the injured Hasseb Hameed and Zafar Ansari for the remaining two Tests of the series against India.Durham's Jennings comes in for opening batsman Hameed, set to return home for surgery on his badly-broken left little finger, and Dawson takes the place of...
  
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• Nottingham Post published Thug who stabbed man outside club has appeal knocked back

  30-11-2016 19:20
  
  A thug who stabbed a man in the hand during a scuffle outside a Nottingham nightclub has failed in a bid to clear his name.Khalid Alama attacked Dequan Lodge outside the Oceana club, in Parliament Street, during the early hours of October 24 last year.The pair became involved in a scuffle and security staff from the club intervened and dragged the victim to safety, before discovering he had a stab wound to his hand.Alama, of Stotfield Road, Bilborough, denied any wrongdoing but was found guilty.
  
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• Nottingham Forest must send the right message by not selling players in January - Nottingham Post

  30-11-2016 18:55
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  Nottingham Forest must send the right message by not selling players in January
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  It is massively important that Nottingham Forest hang on to their best players in the January transfer window. Especially given the way the team has performed in the last two games. Ben Osborn has been linked with Watford and Swansea City. Matty Cash ...
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• laurahammond published Appeal for donors after a third of appointments to give blood...

  30-11-2016 18:48
  
  A 10-year-old boy who has been receiving blood transfusions his whole life is urging people to become donors before Christmas.Owen Porter has made the appeal after NHS Blood and Transplant revealed that a third of donor appointments for December remain unbooked.Owen is being treated at Nottingham Children's Hospital, which is based at the Queen's Medical Centre, and has been receiving blood since he was two days old after undergoing a major operation for a rare condition called short bowel...
  
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• Nottingham Post published Nottingham Forest must send the right message by not selling...

  30-11-2016 18:45
  
  It is massively important that Nottingham Forest hang on to their best players in the January transfer window. Especially given the way the team has performed in the last two games. Ben Osborn has been linked with Watford and Swansea City. Matty Cash has been linked with Chelsea. And the young lad at the back, Joe Worrall, has apparently caught the eye of Everton and Stoke City. That's the consequence of having your players doing well. It's the nature of the game. But Forest need to hang...
  
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• DanRobinson commented Could Nottingham-made toy be a stocking filler favourite this...

  30-11-2016 18:40
  
  Craft toys used for making popular children's characters like Minions and Harry Potter could be a stocking filler favourite this Christmas, hopes a Nottingham entrepreneur who is taking his invention across the world.Assim Ishaque created Simbrix, which allows young and old users to make complex patterns and shapes out of small, coloured beads.After selling 3,000 bags of the product in his first year, he is now in talks with major retailers and looking to grow current export markets.The...
  
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• First look around Nottingham's new Urban Decay store (and there'll ... - Nottingham Post

  30-11-2016 18:32
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  First look around Nottingham's new Urban Decay store (and there'll ...
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  It's time to get excited make-up addicts, Nottingham's first Urban Decay store opens tomorrow and there will be freebies up for grabs. It officially opens to the ...and more »
  
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• First look inside Nottingham's new Alice in Wonderland themed cafe - Nottingham Post

  30-11-2016 18:26
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  First look inside Nottingham's new Alice in Wonderland themed cafe
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  Lynne Connolly is the Red Queen and Ash Hudson take on the Mad Hatter role at the new Wonderland Cafe in Nottingham. First look inside Nottingham's new Alice in Wonderland themed cafe. X. Share Tweet Share Pin It Email. Copy link to paste in your ...and more »
  
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• RachelGorman published First look around Nottingham's new Urban Decay store (and...

  30-11-2016 18:20
  
  It's time to get excited make-up addicts, Nottingham's first Urban Decay store opens tomorrow and there will be freebies up for grabs. It officially opens to the public at 9.30am tomorrow (Thursday, December 1) and for the first three days they will be handing out free Naked Palettes alongside complimentary consultation services (to be booked for a future date). You'll have to be quick though as there's only enough freebies for the first ten customers through the door each day.The new...
  
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• LynetteP commented First look inside Nottingham's new Alice in Wonderland themed...

  30-11-2016 18:15
  
  A new Alice in Wonderland themed cafe opens in Nottingham tomorrow. We couldn't wait to go down the rabbit hole and take a look around. Visitors to the Wonderland Cafe will be whisked away to a fantasy world – just like Alice in the story. The adventure starts in Station Street, near Nottingham Railway Station, where a grinning Cheshire Cat on the wall awaits. Enter through a normal-sized door - or a miniature one - into a magical land with floating chairs, grassy floor, wonky...
  
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• JemmaPage published West Bridgford primary school closed for second day due to safety...

  30-11-2016 17:55
  
  A primary school in West Bridgford will remain closed for a second day after tiles fell from the building.Jesse Gray Primary School, in Musters Road, was shut on Wednesday for safety reasons after tiles came loose and fell on Monday evening.Headteacher Sarah Laws said the school will be closed again tomorrow, Thursday, to allow structural engineers to carry out assessments.A statement on the school's website said: "We have been advised that school will remain closed...
  
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• Home News Five-year-old Nottingham girl had to have all her teeth out because of... - Notts TV

  30-11-2016 17:54
  
  Home News Five-year-old Nottingham girl had to have all her teeth out because of...
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  dentist-teeth-brushing The standard of child dental health in Nottingham is below the national average. (File photo). A five-year-old Nottingham girl had to have all her baby teeth taken out because of tooth decay. The case has been highlighted by a ...and more »
  
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• Nottingham Post published Nottingham Forest can beat Newcastle United, but only if they...

  30-11-2016 17:33
  
  Post columnist Garry Birtles says Nottingham Forest can spring a surprise on Newcastle United - so long as they stick to doing the basics right, as they have in their last two games.What better way for Nottingham Forest to prepare for a couple of tough matches.Two away games and two away wins – brilliant! You can't ask for more than that, especially ahead of facing the league leaders, Newcastle United, on Friday and then having a local derby the following weekend.It's amazing what can...
  
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• stewartthorpe published Video inside Nottingham's first Ice Bar - what the punters are...

  30-11-2016 17:30
  
  Following some negative feedback about the Ice Bar on the Winter Wonderland Facebook page, we decided to go down and have a look for ourselves. You might expect the Ice Bar to be a little quiet from its opening time of 2pm but there were a dozen people at the attraction in the Old Market Square. Costing £9.50 to enter, visitors are given toasty thermal gloves and coats and are treated to two complimentary drinks which are, of course, served in glasses made of ice. Read more: See how to...
  
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• isaacashe published One of Clifton's remaining pubs is set to be sold to developers

  30-11-2016 17:20
  
  A Clifton pub could face its last orders after its transfer to a developer was approved.The Winning Post public house in Farnborough Road has been on the market for around four months, with the premises currently listed as "under offer" online.Nottingham City Council was contacted by the pubs operator after it agreed to sell its remaining leasehold interest to a developer, and now the council has ruled it will agree to sell their stake in the site too.In a delegated decision, the city...
  
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• DaveWhitfield published Head teacher bans pupils from putting hands up to answer...

  30-11-2016 17:19
  
  A school has told pupils that they are no longer allowed to raise their hands if they want to answer questions in class.Barry Found, principal of the Samworth Church Academy in Sherwood Hall Road, Mansfield, wrote to parents to tell them about the new policy, which came into force on Monday.He said "other techniques" would be used to make sure every student had the chance to contribute in class.Read more: Primary school closed for the day after safety concernsMr Found wrote: "We...
  
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• Nottmtails published Britt Assombalonga will return - Nottingham Forest v Newcastle...

  30-11-2016 17:18
  
  As Nottingham Forest look to secure a third consecutive win in the Championship, they come up against their toughest possible opponents, in high flying Newcastle. Here Paul Taylor takes a look at the nuances of what is likely to be a fiercely contested game at the City Ground.Talking tactics: A game that pits the two highest scoring teams in the Championship is bound to conjure up a festival of goals, right? When asked his opinion on this, Philippe Montanier took the safe route, albeit with a...
  
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• NottmPostEG published £3,500 funding boost for new Nottingham Playhouse youth...

  30-11-2016 17:12
  
  Broxtowe Borrough Council donated £3,500 to help towards the setting up of one of Nottingham Playhouse's newest youth theatres.The funding has gone towards setting up a youth theatre in Bramcote. Ryan Chadwick who is the workshop facilitator for the youth theatre said: "I find youth theatre is highly important in today's school curriculum because we teach children the values of socialising, building confidence and rules without the children realising, but it can be used for any...
  
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• JemmaPage published Naked flame most likely cause of fire that led to 44-year-old's...

  30-11-2016 16:47
  
  A naked flame from a cigarette lighter was the most likely cause of a fire that led to the death of a Nottingham man, an inquest heard.Coroner Elizabeth Didcock ruled that Allah Ditta died of burns and the inhalation of hot fire gasses during the fire, which took place at his Wollaton home earlier this year.Firefighters arrived at the blaze, which happened in the early hours of May 27, and found the 44-year-old, of Toston Drive, lifeless. He was pronounced dead at the scene shortly after.The...
  
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• Police seize cannabis at drugs bust in Nottingham - Nottingham Post

  30-11-2016 16:39
  
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  Police seize cannabis at drugs bust in Nottingham
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  Officers from the Old Basford neighbourhood policing team at Nottinghamshire Police visited a house in Wilkinson Street, Whitemoor, at 8am today. Read more: Victims of crime in Nottinghamshire to access specialist support. They had a warrant to search ...
  
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• NottmPostEG published What to expect from The Bootleg Beatles when they return -...

  30-11-2016 16:39
  
  The Bootleg Beatles return to Nottingham's Royal Concert Hall on December 5. Martin Hutchinson spoke to local man Steve White, who is the band's Paul McCartneyBeatlemania lives on, and the tribute band that grew out of the show of the same name continues to delight audiences around the world with their accurate portrayal of The Fab Four.Originally an American production, 'Beatlemania!' came to London's West End and toured the country to great acclaim.However, when the show's tour ended, the four
  
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• DanRobinson published Drug safety specialist becomes latest BioCity firm

  30-11-2016 16:39
  
  A drug safety firm has chosen Nottingham's BioCity to open a second office as part of growth plans.Pharmaceutical services provider Pure Drug Safety (PDS), which was founded in Grantham, believes its new base at the UK's largest bioscience incubation centre will offer a springboard to expansion as looks to secure more global contracts.The company already works with two of the top five pharmaceutical firms in the world because it is a specialist in outsourced pharmacovigilance – the...
  
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• Guy Moussi: Former Nottingham Forest midfielder training with club

  30-11-2016 16:36 via bbc.co.uk
  
  Former Nottingham Forest midfielder Guy Moussi says he feels "back home" after being invited to train at the club.
  
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• JemmaPage commented Plans to build office development on Nottingham Central Library...

  30-11-2016 16:33
  
  Plans to build a new office development on the Nottingham Central Library site could be reconsidered - after councillors raised concerns about the way the decision was made.Nottingham City Council approved a decision to sell the library, in Angel Row, to construction and property business Henry Boot Developments Limited earlier this month. But the decision could be put on hold after Conservative councillors Andrew Rule, who represents Clifton North, and Jim Armstrong, who represents...
  
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• MattDavies commented Henri Lansbury hopeful of agreeing new Nottingham Forest contract...

  30-11-2016 16:31
  
  Henri Lansbury is confident Nottingham Forest will be taken over soon – at which point he hopes to thrash out a new deal at the City Ground.The midfielder is out of contract in the summer and current owner Fawaz Al Hasawi has long since hoped to extend his stay.However, Forest are now in exhaustive talks over a takeover by an American consortium led by John Jay Moores.Talks will resume once that deal goes through and Lansbury suggested he is keen to stay having been at the Championship...
  
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• Emmajames1996 published Trentbarton buses announce Christmas bus timetable to guide you...

  30-11-2016 16:07
  
  Trentbarton has announced its bus services for the festive period - and Santa drivers will also be back behind the wheel.Buses will carry on their normal service until Christmas Eve, with no buses running on Christmas Day and New Year's Day, before they return to normal on Tuesday, January 3, 2017.Those looking to grab any last minute deals on Christmas Eve will be able to use buses running on a normal Saturday service, with the last buses of the day at 6pm.A Sunday service will run for anyone..
  
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• DanRobinson published Meet the UK's best young entrepreneur - from Nottingham

  30-11-2016 16:01
  
  The founder of two businesses aimed at flood protection and enhancing the digital presence of industrial companies has been named the country's young entrepreneur of the year.Simon Crowther received the honour at the Great British Entrepreneur Awards 2016 last week.It crowned a successful year for the 22-year-old, who was also voted one of the "top 100 visionary leaders" by the international Real Leaders magazine, while he is also shortlisted in the 2017 Green Innovation and Finance...
  
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• JemmaPage published Police seize cannabis at drugs bust in Nottingham

  30-11-2016 15:48
  
  Police seized a 'quantity' of cannabis after carrying out a drugs bust in Nottingham. Officers from the Old Basford neighbourhood policing team at Nottinghamshire Police visited a house in Wilkinson Street, Whitemoor, at 8am today. Read more: Victims of crime in Nottinghamshire to access specialist support They had a warrant to search the property, and while they were there they discovered the cannabis. No arrests have been made and enquiries are ongoing. A police spokesman said he...
  
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• DanRobinson published Technology that improves dementia patients' lives wins innovation...

  30-11-2016 15:41
  
  Assistive technology made in Nottingham that helps dementia patients live independently at home has been recognised with a care innovator award.The support system built by Bendigo Systems, based at the Wilford Industrial Estate, won the accolade at the Great East Midlands Care Awards, in a ceremony at The Belfry Hotel, in Nottingham, on November 19.It is designed to deliver simple, practical and personalised solutions to people living with dementia, physical illness or disability.Nick Gale, who.
  
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• isaacashe published Christmas lights switch-on venue is moved after business ask to...

  30-11-2016 15:38
  
  A Nottinghamshire town's festive lights switch-on has had a change of venue.The flick of the Christmas switch in Beeston this Saturday is now set to take place in Broadgate Park, at 5pm, after requests for a change were made by businesses in the area to be involved.The official switch-on ceremony will then be followed by a fireworks display across in Beeston Square.A Broxtowe Borough Council spokesman said: "Activities during the rest of the include a Christmas Market in Beeston Square and...
  
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• NottmPostEG published 'I'm A Celebrity was a piece of p*ss' says Shaun Ryder ahead of...

  30-11-2016 15:20
  
  After bringing Happy Mondays to both Splendour and Rock City, followed by a Q&A session in a city bar, Shaun Ryder is back again, this time with Black Grape. He tells KEVIN COOPER about his time on I'm A Celebrity...Get Me Out Of Here, a new Mondays album, his solo album and the current tour.You have been recovering from a spell in hospital, right? Yeah, I had a hernia operation. I'd been waiting quite a while to get it seen too. I first went in about six months ago and they gave me...
  
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• Nottingham has its say on the taxi penalty points scheme - Nottingham Post

  30-11-2016 15:00
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  Cab drivers in Nottingham are up in arms after a scheme to give penalty points to those who don't adhere to certain standards was passed by Nottingham City Council. Hackney drivers can be given points for a range of offences such as driving a vehicle ...
  
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