• Nottingham Post published Teens share fond memories of 16-year-old Lewis Crouch who died in...

    Nottingham Post published Teens share fond memories of 16-year-old Lewis Crouch who died in...
    The family of a teenager who died in a crash on Friday have said they are overwhelmed by the number of people who attended a memorial event in his honour.Dozens of teenagers piled into the Black Bull pub, in Mansfield Woodhouse, for the event to remember 16-year-old Lewis Crouch on Wednesday night.West Notts College student Lewis died after a tragic scooter crash on Friday, February 3, on Peafield Lane.Step-dad Garry Broughton, who runs the pub, said: "It's amazing how many are here. We...
  • laurahammond published Man rescued from flat fire in Stapleford

    laurahammond published Man rescued from flat fire in Stapleford
    A man has been taken to hospital following a flat fire in Stapleford.All three emergency services were called to Sheridan Court, off Washington Drive, shortly before 6pm on Wednesday, February 8.Firefighters from Stapleford, Ilkeston and Highfields stations tackled the blaze, which was in a first floor flat.Read more: Driver whose passenger shot BB gun at public branded an 'idiot' by judgeThe crews rescued a man from the building and he was taken to hospital for treatment.Kevin Tedds, temporary.
  • JHLewis published Nottinghamshire ahead in superfast broadband roll-out race

    JHLewis published Nottinghamshire ahead in superfast broadband roll-out race
    IT has long been the chief whinge of rural residents and businesses. Where is our superfast broadband? In the age of instant online communication in our towns and cities, why should the country cousins have a second-class service?Only last month a report from Rural England complained of the disruption a slow broadband service is causing to children's homework.However the local roll-out of superfast fibre broadband is running ahead of the national target. The aim is to get 95 per cent of the UK..
  • Thousands fined at Nottingham 'bus gate with no public buses'

    Thousands fined at Nottingham 'bus gate with no public buses'
    The pedestrian zone in Nottingham is not on a public bus route but does have bus enforcement cameras.
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  • Nottmtails published Stephen Henderson says backing from fans has played a part in...

    Nottmtails published Stephen Henderson says backing from fans has played a part in...
    Stephen Henderson says the backing of fans has helped him – and the rest of the Nottingham Forest squad – regain invaluable confidence.The goalkeeper endured a difficult start to his Reds career, when he suffered a few nervous moments between the posts, leading to him being replaced in the side by Vladimir Stojkovic at the end of August.But since he was given the opportunity to reclaim his place ahead of the Serbian international, Henderson has conceded a relatively modest four goals
  • laurahammond published Man due in court after attempted knife-point robbery

    laurahammond published Man due in court after attempted knife-point robbery
    A 26-year-old man is due in court following an attempted knife-point robbery of a taxi driver.Adam Tegart, of no fixed address, has been charged in connection with attempted robbery.Read more: Punter with baseball bat barred from pub after he told landlord he was a 'dead man'The incident happened in Gregory Boulevard, Hyson Green, on Monday, February 6, at about 11.45pm.Tegart will appear at Nottingham Magistrates' Court on Thursday, February 9, to answer the charges.Read more: Investigation...
  • Is this Nottinghamshire man's breakfast the biggest ever bran flake? - Nottingham Post

    Is this Nottinghamshire man's breakfast the biggest ever bran flake? - Nottingham Post
    Nottingham Post
    Is this Nottinghamshire man's breakfast the biggest ever bran flake?
    Nottingham Post
    A Nottinghamshire man was bowled over when he discovered a behemoth of a bran flake inside his cereal box. When West Bridgford resident Steven Marriott went to pour a bowl of the breakfast favourite for his nine-year-old son Oscar this morning ...
  • isaacashe published Is this Nottinghamshire man's breakfast the biggest ever bran...

    isaacashe published Is this Nottinghamshire man's breakfast the biggest ever bran...
    A Nottinghamshire man was bowled over when he discovered a behemoth of a bran flake inside his cereal box.When West Bridgford resident Steven Marriott went to pour a bowl of the breakfast favourite for his nine-year-old son Oscar this morning (Wednesday, February 8), something was clearly awry with the food's flow.On closer inspection he located the cereal offender - a massive single flake blocking the inner bag of the cereal he bought from Waitrose.The giant flake measures 14cm by 10cm (5.5in..
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  • isaacashe commented Is this Nottinghamshire man's breakfast the biggest ever bran...

    isaacashe commented Is this Nottinghamshire man's breakfast the biggest ever bran...
    A Nottinghamshire man was bowled over when he discovered a behemoth of a bran flake inside his cereal box.When West Bridgford resident Steven Marriott went to pour a bowl of the breakfast favourite for his nine-year-old son Oscar this morning (Wednesday, February 8), something was clearly awry with the food's flow.On closer inspection he located the cereal offender - a massive single flake blocking the inner bag of the cereal he bought from Waitrose.The giant flake measures 14cm by 10cm (5.5in..
  • Mark Yeates ready for crucial week in Notts County's season - Nottingham Post

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    Mark Yeates ready for crucial week in Notts County's season
    Nottingham Post
    Mark Yeates says Notts County's home record will have a huge bearing on their battle to beat the drop, as the club prepares for a crucial week in their season. The Magpies face Cheltenham on Saturday and then follow it up with a home clash against ...
  • WATCH: Highlights from last night's Nottingham Panthers celebration in Old Market Square - Notts TV

    WATCH: Highlights from last night's Nottingham Panthers celebration in Old Market Square - Notts TV
    WATCH: Highlights from last night's Nottingham Panthers celebration in Old Market Square
    Notts TV
    Thousands of Nottingham Panthers fans gathered in Old Market Square last night to celebrate their team's Continental Cup victory. Panthers came in as the lowest ranked team in the tournament but managed to pull off the upset, beating hosts Ritten from ...
  • rsherdley published Punter with baseball bat barred from pub after he told landlord...

    rsherdley published Punter with baseball bat barred from pub after he told landlord...
    A punter has been barred from a Nottingham pub for two years after he stood outside with a baseball bat and told the landlord he was a 'dead man'.Jonathan Carbon was drunk when he went to the windows of the Robin Hood pub, in Mansfield Road, Sherwood, with the weapon and hurled abuse.He told the landlord, who had been in the job three weeks, he would "not last two weeks here" and "I'm going to smash your face in" before leaving in a vehicle.Read more: Student fights corner in...
  • rsherdley commented Punter with baseball bat barred from pub after he told landlord...

    rsherdley commented Punter with baseball bat barred from pub after he told landlord...
    A punter has been barred from a Nottingham pub for two years after he stood outside with a baseball bat and told the landlord he was a 'dead man'.Jonathan Carbon was drunk when he went to the windows of the Robin Hood pub, in Mansfield Road, Sherwood, with the weapon and hurled abuse.He told the landlord, who had been in the job three weeks, he would "not last two weeks here" and "I'm going to smash your face in" before leaving in a vehicle.Read more: Student fights corner in...
  • Leigh_Curtis published Mark Yeates ready for crucial week in Notts County's season

    Leigh_Curtis published Mark Yeates ready for crucial week in Notts County's season
    Mark Yeates says Notts County's home record will have a huge bearing on their battle to beat the drop, as the club prepares for a crucial week in their season.The Magpies face Cheltenham on Saturday and then follow it up with a home clash against Exeter on Tuesday.Notts fans would love to see their team take six points from the two games which means they would go into their crucial clash against Leyton Orient a week on Saturday full of confidence.Kevin Nolan has enjoyed an unbeaten startat...
  • Leigh_Curtis commented Mark Yeates ready for crucial week in Notts County's season

    Leigh_Curtis commented Mark Yeates ready for crucial week in Notts County's season
    Mark Yeates says Notts County's home record will have a huge bearing on their battle to beat the drop, as the club prepares for a crucial week in their season.The Magpies face Cheltenham on Saturday and then follow it up with a home clash against Exeter on Tuesday.Notts fans would love to see their team take six points from the two games which means they would go into their crucial clash against Leyton Orient a week on Saturday full of confidence.Kevin Nolan has enjoyed an unbeaten startat...
  • JemmaPage published Family slams health watchdog's report of Mapperley care home for...

    JemmaPage published Family slams health watchdog's report of Mapperley care home for...
    The family of a disabled woman who has lived in a care home for 27 years have slammed a report by health watchdogs after the facility was told to improve.Bob and Marysia Lewis told the Post they were "devastated" when they found out the Care Quality Commission said Loreto Cottage was not consistently safe, effective, caring, responsive and well-led. The couple's youngest daughter Emma moved into the 15-bed care home, in Mapperley Plains, when she was 16 years old.Emma, now...
  • Nottmtails commented Tough choices for Nottingham Forest against Norwich? Perhaps, but...

    Nottmtails commented Tough choices for Nottingham Forest against Norwich? Perhaps, but...
    Garry Birtles says Nottingham Forest interim boss Gary Brazil has some very difficult, but very positive decisions to make ahead of the trip to Norwich City - but also a simple answer to his headache.With Ross McCormack available and Ben Brereton having staked his claim for a starting place with his memorable moment against Aston Villa, Gary Brazil has some really tough decisions to make in his forward line this weekend.But when he is picking his team for Norwich City this weekend, I'd give him.
  • Nottingham Forest striker relishes chance to cause upset in Women's FA Cup - Nottingham Post

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    Nottingham Forest striker relishes chance to cause upset in Women's FA Cup
    Nottingham Post
    Nottingham Forest striker Andrea Bell is relishing the chance for her side to try to cause an upset after being drawn to face Millwall Lionesses in the fourth round of the Women's FA Cup. Bell was at Farnborough Academy in Clifton on Monday to see the ...and more »
  • GemmaToulson published Police constable sacked after misconduct hearing

    GemmaToulson published Police constable sacked after misconduct hearing
    A Nottinghamshire police constable has been dismissed with immediate effect following a misconduct hearing.A hearing was held behind closed doors at the Sherwood Lodge police headquarters today (Wednesday, February 8).Read more: Four men arrested over string of armed robberiesA statement released by the force said that the panel found gross misconduct in relation to honesty, integrity and discreditable conduct.A police spokesman said: "Nottinghamshire Police said the hearing was held in...
  • GemmaToulson commented Police constable sacked after misconduct hearing

    GemmaToulson commented Police constable sacked after misconduct hearing
    A Nottinghamshire police constable has been dismissed with immediate effect following a misconduct hearing.A hearing was held behind closed doors at the Sherwood Lodge police headquarters today (Wednesday, February 8).Read more: Four men arrested over string of armed robberiesA statement released by the force said that the panel found gross misconduct in relation to honesty, integrity and discreditable conduct.A police spokesman said: "Nottinghamshire Police said the hearing was held in...
  • Nottingham Post published Stunning new Arnold wedding venue wins praise for dedicated Hazel

    Nottingham Post published Stunning new Arnold wedding venue wins praise for dedicated Hazel
    A council registrar manager has been nominated for a top community award in recognition of her work in helping to create a new civil venue for local couples to get married.Hazel Tait, south Nottinghamshire registration service area manager, was nominated for the Post's Pride of Gedling award primarily because of the good work she has done in partnership with Gedling Borough Council in opening the new register office in the historic Arnot Hill House in Arnold.Read more: Pride of Gedling Awards...
  • Student fights corner in court after warning issued over wheelie bin - Nottingham Post

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    Student fights corner in court after warning issued over wheelie bin
    Nottingham Post
    A wheelie bin has sparked a squabble between students, police and Nottingham City Council - and it doesn't even have a lid. The residents were sent a community protection notice ordering them to look after the bin, which was said to be causing bother ...
  • RachelGorman published Investigation into Detonate Festival 'early shut-down' due to...

    RachelGorman published Investigation into Detonate Festival 'early shut-down' due to...
    Community Protection are still assessing whether to prosecute the organisers of a festival which closed early due to fears someone could get injured.The Detonate Halloween event, held at Colwick Racecourse in October, was closed at about 8.30pm - with initial reports saying there was a 'health and safety issue' with one of the tents.Read more: Detonate organisers apologise after event is shut down early due to fears someone could be injuredOrganisers then issued a full statement to explain...
  • Nottingham Post published Nottingham Forest striker relishes chance to cause upset in...

    Nottingham Post published Nottingham Forest striker relishes chance to cause upset in...
    Nottingham Forest striker Andrea Bell is relishing the chance for her side to try to cause an upset after being drawn to face Millwall Lionesses in the fourth round of the Women's FA Cup.Bell was at Farnborough Academy in Clifton on Monday to see the draw being made.The Forest player had a particular interest in the draw too, having played in her side's narrow 1-0 at local rivals Derby County just 24 hours earlier.And while their fourth round opponents may ply their trade in FA Women's Super...
  • Nottingham Jazz Diary, February 10 to 16, with Jeanie Barton - Nottingham Post

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    Nottingham Jazz Diary, February 10 to 16, with Jeanie Barton
    Nottingham Post
    Saturday, February 11 sees Swing and Bass return to Rough Trade in Hockley for an evening of 1930s enthused dance music from 8pm. Their headline act is DJ Phil Mac who remixed one of my songs, I'm Not In Love With You, for the electro swing scene; ...
  • Letting agent fined £22500 after not filling in paperwork correctly - Nottingham Post

    Nottingham Post
    Letting agent fined £22500 after not filling in paperwork correctly
    Nottingham Post
    A property firm must pay a £23,920 bill for failing to get licences covering three city houses which had three tenants each. Nottingham magistrates heard that the occupants were probably each paying around £70 weekly to stay in the homes after ...
  • Nottmtails commented Players have to take their chance when it comes - and Danny Fox...

    Nottmtails commented Players have to take their chance when it comes - and Danny Fox...
    In his latest column, Garry Birtles looks at how one often harshly treated Nottingham Forest player has earned the right to some praise in recent weeks.Sometimes a manager just does not fancy you as a player and you don't get a look in as a result.There are other times when you do get an opportunity – but not enough of one, to make your mark on the side.Different managers have different ideas about every player. Football is all about opinions.But the one thing that has always rung true is.
  • rodmalcolm published Student fights corner in court after warning issued over wheelie...

    rodmalcolm published Student fights corner in court after warning issued over wheelie...
    A wheelie bin has sparked a squabble between students, police and Nottingham City Council - and it doesn't even have a lid. The residents were sent a community protection notice ordering them to look after the bin, which was said to be causing bother on a street.But the trio say the bin isn't theirs, they do not put rubbish in it and don't put it out for binmen calling on Cromwell Street.They lodged an appeal against the notice which was listed at Nottingham Magistrates' Court. However, the case
  • rodmalcolm commented Student fights corner in court after warning issued over wheelie...

    rodmalcolm commented Student fights corner in court after warning issued over wheelie...
    A wheelie bin has sparked a squabble between students, police and Nottingham City Council - and it doesn't even have a lid. The residents were sent a community protection notice ordering them to look after the bin, which was said to be causing bother on a street.But the trio say the bin isn't theirs, they do not put rubbish in it and don't put it out for binmen calling on Cromwell Street.They lodged an appeal against the notice which was listed at Nottingham Magistrates' Court. However, the case
  • Why Nottingham Forest's strength in the dugout is in numbers - Nottingham Post

    Nottingham Post
    Why Nottingham Forest's strength in the dugout is in numbers
    Nottingham Post
    As Nottingham Forest prepare for another tough test in Norwich City, in his latest column, Garry Birtles finds a source of optimism when he looks at all the people the Reds now have in the dugout. There are some players who are just mentally strong ...
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  • NottmPostEG published Nottingham Jazz Diary, February 10 to 16, with Jeanie Barton

    NottmPostEG published Nottingham Jazz Diary, February 10 to 16, with Jeanie Barton
    Jazz singer, recording artist, legendary bus company family member and writer Jeanie Barton rounds up the best gigs for Nottingham and beyond Saturday, February 11 sees Swing and Bass return to Rough Trade in Hockley for an evening of 1930s enthused dance music from 8pm. Their headline act is DJ Phil Mac who remixed one of my songs, I'm Not In Love With You, for the electro swing scene; I will be performing it live plus some other well-known hits during his set from midnight to 1.30am. On...
  • Kanye West trainers go on sale at this Nottingham store on Saturday ... - Nottingham Post

    Kanye West trainers go on sale at this Nottingham store on Saturday ... - Nottingham Post
    Nottingham Post
    Kanye West trainers go on sale at this Nottingham store on Saturday ...
    Nottingham Post
    'Sneaker heads' have set up camp outside a clothes store which will be be the only shop in the UK selling limited edition Kanye West trainers...when they go on ...and more »
  • Man charged with arson found dead in jail cell at HMP Nottingham - Nottingham Post

    Man charged with arson found dead in jail cell at HMP Nottingham - Nottingham Post
    Nottingham Post
    Man charged with arson found dead in jail cell at HMP Nottingham
    Nottingham Post
    A man charged with arson following a £100,000 fire at a car dealership has been found dead in his cell at HMP Nottingham. Marcin Dlugolecki, 33 died at the Perry Road prison, in Sherwood, on February 1. It is believed he was found hanged in his cell.and more »
  • rodmalcolm published Letting agent fined £22,500 after not filling in paperwork...

    rodmalcolm published Letting agent fined £22,500 after not filling in paperwork...
    A property firm must pay a £23,920 bill for failing to get licences covering three city houses which had three tenants each. Nottingham magistrates heard that the occupants were probably each paying around £70 weekly to stay in the homes after paperwork had been left uncompleted.Presiding magistrate Susan Edwards, who sat with a colleague, told the firm's managing director: "During that time, you should not benefit from this income."The court heard that the council received...
  • Nottingham Post commented Man charged with arson found dead in jail cell at HMP Nottingham

    Nottingham Post commented Man charged with arson found dead in jail cell at HMP Nottingham
    A man charged with arson following a £100,000 fire at a car dealership has been found dead in his cell at HMP Nottingham.Marcin Dlugolecki, 33 died at the Perry Road prison, in Sherwood, on February 1. It is believed he was found hanged in his cell.Mr Dlugolecki, of Poplar Avenue, Tividale, in Sandwell, had appeared before Birmingham magistrates on January 18 and pleaded no guilty to a charge of arson at a Citroen dealership.He was due to appear before Birmingham Crown Court on February...
  • Nottmtails commented Why Nottingham Forest's strength in the dugout is in numbers

    Nottmtails commented Why Nottingham Forest's strength in the dugout is in numbers
    As Nottingham Forest prepare for another tough test in Norwich City, in his latest column, Garry Birtles finds a source of optimism when he looks at all the people the Reds now have in the dugout.There are some players who are just mentally strong; who have real character – you know nothing will knock them out of their stride on the pitch.For me, a good man always has to know his limitations.That may be a quote from Clint Eastwood's 'Dirty Harry', rather than any great sporting figure...
  • rsherdley published Paranoid man kicked in neighbour's door to 'see if he was okay' -...

    rsherdley published Paranoid man kicked in neighbour's door to 'see if he was okay' -...
    A man who claimed he kicked in a neighbour's door to "see if he was okay" was hauled before the courts for causing criminal damage and theft.David Newman said the resident had fits and he wanted to check on him.But once inside the flat, in Strelley Road, Strelley, Newman found it empty and helped himself to a mobile phone.Read more: Man charged with arson found dead in jail cell at HMP NottinghamThe tenant returned to discover the damage and Newman apparently trying to fix the door on...
  • RachelGorman commented Kanye West trainers go on sale at this Nottingham store on...

    RachelGorman commented Kanye West trainers go on sale at this Nottingham store on...
    'Sneaker heads' have set up camp outside a clothes store which will be be the only shop in the UK selling limited edition Kanye West trainers...when they go on sale on Saturday. Armed with sleeping bags, camping chairs and digestive biscuits, six London friends drove straight from an exam to Nottingham, in order to start queuing outside 18montrose. The Yeezy Boosts, which cost £150 a pop, are being sold on a first-come-first-served basis and staff at the Bridlesmith Gate shop will...
  • Nottingham pub landlord in the running for national Tourism Superstar award - Nottingham Post

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    Nottingham pub landlord in the running for national Tourism Superstar award
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    The landlord of city pub Ye Olde Trip to Jerusalem has made the shortlist of VisitEngland's Superstar Awards, designed to recognise unsung heroes in the tourism industry. SHARE PICTURE. Copy link to paste in your message. Karl Gibson is one of ten ...and more »
  • laurahammond published Patients leave their mark on new £21m mental health...

    laurahammond published Patients leave their mark on new £21m mental health...
    A new £21m mental health facility has been covered with messages of hope and recovery following an event attended by current and former patients.The site on Mansfield Road will be home to a new Perinatal Mother and Baby Unit, replacing the existing one at Queen's Medical Centre (QMC).Patients and staff from Nottinghamshire Healthcare NHS Trust, which delivers mental health, learning disability and physical health needs support, took part in a steel-signing ceremony.The building will also..
  • JamesPallatt published World No.1 ​Michael Van Gerwen leads star-studded Premier League...

    JamesPallatt published World No.1 ​Michael Van Gerwen leads star-studded Premier League...
    Michael Van Gerwen will be bidding to bounce back to winning ways in front of a crowd of 7,000 darts fans when the Betway Premier League comes to Nottingham on Thursday – and Phil Taylor and James Wade prepare to clash at the Motorpoint Arena.Reigning Premier League champion Van Gerwen opened the new season with a high-quality draw against Gary Anderson in Newcastle last Thursday.The result ended Van Gerwen's winning streak on TV at 37 matches, although the Dutchman has now not been...
  • DanRobinson published Up to 20 new jobs at growing energy tech firm ENSEK

    DanRobinson published Up to 20 new jobs at growing energy tech firm ENSEK
    Using technology to help energy firms get a foothold in the industry is proving big business for a Nottingham firm – which has moved into a larger headquarters to accommodate its growing team.ENSEK, which provides software to help firms enter the energy market and existing suppliers use the millions of data points it receives every day to operate more efficiently, has moved from NG2 Business Park to the Water Court development, in Canal Street.It follows a rapid expansion in which it has..
  • NottmPostEG published Nottingham pub landlord in the running for national Tourism...

    NottmPostEG published Nottingham pub landlord in the running for national Tourism...
    The landlord of city pub Ye Olde Trip to Jerusalem has made the shortlist of VisitEngland's Superstar Awards, designed to recognise unsung heroes in the tourism industry.Karl Gibson is one of ten finalists with the winner decided by public vote."Karl is no ordinary landlord and, as well as providing a warm and friendly Nottinghamshire welcome to all visitors to the pub, he is a fountain of knowledge, not just about the pub, but all that Nottingham has to offer too," said Brendan...
  • Nottingham's Jazzie Mattis talks about the upcoming Let It Shine live shows and boy band Drive - Nottingham Post

    Nottingham's Jazzie Mattis talks about the upcoming Let It Shine live shows and boy band Drive - Nottingham Post
    Nottingham Post
    Nottingham's Jazzie Mattis talks about the upcoming Let It Shine live shows and boy band Drive
    Nottingham Post
    Last weekend, millions of people watching BBC One talent show Let It Shine saw Nottingham's Jazzie Mattis make it through to the live shows and into one of five new boy bands that are vying for the chance to be a part of a new Take That inspired stage ...
  • rsherdley published Driver whose passenger shot BB gun at public branded an 'idiot'...

    rsherdley published Driver whose passenger shot BB gun at public branded an 'idiot'...
    A Clifton man 'thought it was a bit of a laugh' driving around Nottingham whilst his passenger shot people with a BB gun, a court heard.Five members of the public, including a nine-year-old girl, were hit with pellets fired from Adrian Bramford's car on October 16 last year.Today, Bramford was spared jail for the terrifying attacks - but was told his behaviour more like that of a 12-year-old, not someone who was 23.Judge Stuart Rafferty QC, who sentenced him, asked: "Seriously, you thought...
  • LynetteP published Eight-year-old Nottinghamshire girl's pizza goes on sale in Asda

    LynetteP published Eight-year-old Nottinghamshire girl's pizza goes on sale in Asda
    Schoolgirl Scarlet Richards has created a pizza that will go on sale at Asda in Strelley. The eight-year-old pupil at Brinsley Primary School designed a meat supreme pizza after learning about Italy and the Romans in class.Pupils were asked to put their ideas on paper after Asda employee Helen Stevenson visited the school to make pizzas with them.Three shortlisted designs were made up by the store, with Scarlet's being declared the winner. Scarlet's winning design.Read more: Nottingham coffee...
  • NottmPostEG published Nottingham's Jazzie Mattis talks about the upcoming Let It Shine...

    NottmPostEG published Nottingham's Jazzie Mattis talks about the upcoming Let It Shine...
    Last weekend, millions of people watching BBC One talent show Let It Shine saw Nottingham's Jazzie Mattis make it through to the live shows and into one of five new boy bands that are vying for the chance to be a part of a new Take That inspired stage musical.We caught up with Jazzie ahead of the first live show this Saturday to find out what we can expect, the reasons behind the band name and performing with Splendour headliners the Kaiser Chiefs.Let It Shine finalists, including...
  • Leigh_Curtis published Ekow Essuman happy to fight fire with fire as he secures second...

    Leigh_Curtis published Ekow Essuman happy to fight fire with fire as he secures second...
    Ekow Essuman insisted he was more than capable of handling Kevin McCauley's dirty tricks as he secured his second professional victory.The Frank Warren fighter was impressive again as he a secured a points win over McCauley at Bingham Leisure Centre on Saturday night.The welterweight landed some big shots on the way to a comfortable win against McCauley who is a journeyman on the pro circuit.Essuman said his opponent tried everything to unsettle his rhythm, including a headbutt, but the former..
  • karenantcliff published Here's what The Park Estate in Nottingham has to offer home...

    karenantcliff published Here's what The Park Estate in Nottingham has to offer home...
    City centre living comes in all shapes and sizes but The Park is possibly the most unique and the most surprising. The private estate stands behind Nottingham Castle, after all it was once the castle's deer park, and while its boundaries run alongside the edge of busy roads like Castle Boulevard and up to the edge of Derby Road, the enclave feels unlike city living. Take a tour of The Park and you'll discover a strangely country feel to the area. Away from the bustle of the city, behind...
  • Leigh_Curtis published Nathan Kirk forced to reject English title shot because of injury

    Leigh_Curtis published Nathan Kirk forced to reject English title shot because of injury
    Nathan Kirk has had to reject the opportunity to fight for an English title because of injury.The talented Nottingham lightweight has broken three of his knuckles which he sustained in his international challenge belt win over Ivailo Boyanov at the weekend.The offer had been to fight in March, but the time needed to recover gave him little chance of being able to make the fight in top condition.But he hopes he will be given another shot down the line.Read more: Ekow Essuman keen to put...

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