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• Sarah_Clapson commented Nottingham Forest striker Ben Brereton 'delighted' with England...

  16-03-2017 23:13
  
  Nottingham Forest teenager Ben Brereton says he is "delighted" to have been selected for England Under-19s for the first time. The striker has been rewarded for his impressive performances for the Reds first-team with a call-up for the upcoming European Championship qualifiers. Keith Downing's side have got three games later this month at St George's Park, where Brereton could make his debut. And the 17-year-old joy at being included in the young Lions squad. He wrote on Twitter:...
  
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• laurahammond published Volunteer, 90, celebrates 40 years supporting city's homeless

  16-03-2017 22:39
  
  A volunteer who has devoted 40 years to supporting Nottingham's homeless people was 'overwhelmed' to receive a surprise award celebrating his long service.Terry Cullen, 90, has been giving up his free time to help out at Emmanuel House since it opened 40 years ago.He started by helping in the kitchen, peeling potatoes. Then, four years later, he became the shelter's resident barber and continues to cut hair once a week.Mr Cullen, of Mapperley, was presented with the award at Nottingham's Council
  
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• Nottmtails published Nottingham Forest will have an identity under Mark Warburton but...

  16-03-2017 22:34
  
  New Nottingham Forest boss Mark Warburton sets out his plans - and his priorities - as he talks survival, youth and squad size with Reds reporter Paul Taylor.Amid almost an hour of media interviews, there were very few occasions where Mark Warburton could be said to have been frugal with his words. The new Nottingham Forest manager speaks with great enthusiasm and candour in equal measure, when it comes to assessing the sheer size of the task he has taken on at the City Ground. But the one...
  
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• laurahammond published Police appeal over teen missing since November

  16-03-2017 21:52
  
  Police are concerned for the safety of a teenage girl who was last seen in November.Nicoleta Cosma, 17, has been missing since Tuesday, November 1, last year. She was last seen in New Basford.Read more: Photos show crowds at controversial late-night Rushcliffe School DJ classNicoleta is Romanian and is described as being of a small build with long black hair. She has brown eyes and often wears long sari dresses with lots of bracelets and bangles.Nottinghamshire Police is appealing for any...
  
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• MattDavies published Keep up to date with Nottinghamshire's pre-season in Barbados

  16-03-2017 21:48
  
  Nottinghamshire are currently in Barbados fine tuning their pre-season preparations – and the Post is there with them.Our cricket writer Matt Davies will spend the next four days with the team as we look to provide the best possible coverage of the county this summer.Notts will play Northamptonshire in a 50-over game on Friday, before facing Cardiff University in a Twenty20 match on Saturday.The players will have the day off before a one-day match against a Barbados Select XI on Monday.Our
  
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• laurahammond published Devoted wife and mum named Carer of the Year

  16-03-2017 21:41
  
  Devoted family carer Lisa Gilchrist thought she was accompanying a friend to an awards ceremony - little did she know that she would be taking home the main prize.The 46-year-old was given a standing ovation as she collected the coveted overall Carer of the Year award and broke down in tears as the room erupted into applause.Carolann Henderson, carer support worker at Nottingham CityCare, nominated Lisa for a Nottingham Post Carer of the Year Award in recognition of her devotion to her husband..
  
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• Sarah_Clapson published Nottingham Panthers boosted by Jason Williams return as they aim...

  16-03-2017 21:27
  
  There has been plenty of "fire" in training, and now Nottingham Panthers are aiming to find their spark on the road as they face an action-packed weekend of three games in three days.Corey Neilson's side will be boosted by the return of veteran winger Jason Williams, who could be in line to get out on the ice at some point in the clashes with Dundee Stars and Edinburgh Capitals.And Robert Farmer will return from his five-match suspension against the latter on Sunday as a full squad...
  
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• Nottingham Post commented Fire-damaged building demolished for safety

  16-03-2017 21:07
  
  Part of the former Gardner Aerospace building in Ilkeston was demolished following a major fire. The gable end of the building was pulled down so that it did not pose a risk to passing pedestrians or motorists. Fire ripped through the first floor of the two-storey building in Cotmanhay Road on Wednesday People living nearby were told by fire crews to stay indoors and keep windows and doors closed.
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• Nottmtails published Frank McParland can be a key figure at Nottingham Forest with his...

  16-03-2017 20:53
  
  Frank McParland can be a key figure at Nottingham Forest with his eye for spotting talent – but also because of his upbeat outlook. That was the message from boss Mark Warburton, who believes the Reds' recently-appointed director of football can have a big influence at the City Ground. McParland has unearthed some big names in the past, including the likes of Raheem Sterling, Jordan Ibe, Andre Gray and Scott Hogan, and will be heavily involved in the Reds' recruitment in the...
  
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• Leigh_Curtis published Jon Stead eyes powerful end to the season with Notts County as he...

  16-03-2017 20:44
  
  Jon Stead believes a powerful finish to the season can set Notts County up for the perfect start to a promotion push under Kevin Nolan.The Magpies have just nine games of the campaign in League Two remaining and are hoping to move further away from the drop zone against Barnet on Sunday.Notts are eight points clear of the bottom two, with Stead believing that three more wins and a draw could be enough to secure safety.But he hopes Notts can go one better and storm through the rest of the...
  
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• rodmalcolm published Support worker jailed after 'vicious assault' on girlfriend

  16-03-2017 20:20
  
  A support worker got six months' jail for viciously attacking his girlfriend and was banned from contacting her for three years. The sentence was imposed on Mark Whittle, 39, when Nottingham Magistrates' Court heard that his victim ended up with facial injuries after the incident in the city on November 29. Deputy District Judge David Goodman said Whittle of Yeoman's Parade, Carlton, would have got four months in prison if he had admitted causing actual bodily harm. But he denied the charge and.
  
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• GemmaToulson published Police pass General Election expenses file to prosecutors

  16-03-2017 20:20
  
  Nottinghamshire Police is one of a dozen forces across the UK to have sent files to prosecutors as part of a probe into the Conservatives' 2015 election expenses.A crown prosecution service (CPS) spokesman said it had received files from: Avon & Somerset, Cumbria, Derbyshire, Devon & Cornwall, Gloucestershire, Greater Manchester, Lincolnshire, the Metropolitan Police, Northamptonshire, Nottinghamshire and West Yorkshire police. Staffordshire.Once it has received a file, the CPS will...
  
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• Nottmtails published Why unfashionable Burnley are the inspiration for new Nottingham...

  16-03-2017 20:12
  
  Mark Warburton hopes he can emulate the job Sean Dyche has done at Burnley – by transforming Nottingham Forest into a Premier League force. The former Brentford and Rangers boss admits he does have a point to prove in English football, following his departure from Griffin Park in 2015 – at a time when he had transformed the Bees into a play-off chasing side - and also following the end of his time in Scotland. Warburton left Rangers having guided them back into the top flight and...
  
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• Nottmtails published Never has a Nottingham Forest v Derby County game been harder to...

  16-03-2017 20:03
  
  Nottingham Forest welcome arch-rivals Derby County to the City Ground this weekend, with both sides having appointed new managers in the week. How will the game play out? Forest writer Paul Taylor gives you the lowdown. Talking tactics Rarely have the nuances of one fixture been harder to predict. Unpredictability has long been a trademark of every local derby. But there is more to it than that, even, this time around. Both sides go into the game with new managers and, where Nottingham...
  
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• Leigh_Curtis published Jon Stead praises impact of 'big' Notts County fan Alan Hardy

  16-03-2017 20:02
  
  Striker Jon Stead has praised the impact of new owner Alan Hardy and says stability at Notts County has been key to their surge in form.Hardy took over the club in January after purchasing the League Two Magpies from previous owner Ray Trew and immediately appointed Kevin Nolan as manager.With the club having experienced 10 successive defeats prior to his arrival which led to the sacking of John Sheridan, Nolan has lost just four games in 12 matches.Alan Hardy took over Notts County in...
  
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• Mark Warburton: Nottingham Forest 'risk' is worth taking

  16-03-2017 19:22 via bbc.co.uk
  
  Mark Warburton says the potential at Nottingham Forest means becoming their 26th boss since 1993 is a risk worth taking.
  
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• rsherdley published Dangerous driver caught after police dog bit him

  16-03-2017 19:06
  
  A dangerous driver was captured after a police dog chased and bit him.Dequane Browne, 22, of Colwick Road, Sneinton, needed hospital treatment at the Queen's Medical Centre.Nottingham Crown Court heard he had been followed by police due to the manner of his driving.Officers noticed he sped up when he failed to give way at a roundabout on Monday, September 26.He drove dangerously in a Fiat Punto after 8.50pm along Cardale Road, Carlton Road, Manvers Street, London Road, again onto Manvers Street,
  
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• laurahammond published Sam, 13, who looks after his disabled mum wins young carer award

  16-03-2017 19:03
  
  This inspirational teenager has been the main carer for his disabled mum and younger sister since the age of 10.Sam Clifford - now 13 - was named Nottingham's Young Carer of the Year in recognition of his dedication to his mum Emma and sister Lucy.The teenager's story humbled many at the Nottingham Post Carer of the Year Awards - an awards ceremony held at the Crowne Plaza Hotel on Thursday, March 16.Sam, of Aspley, helps his mum get dressed and carries out various jobs around the home. He also.
  
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• MattJarram published Double yellow lines to be installed in Stapleford near to...

  16-03-2017 18:31
  
  Double yellow lines will be installed in Stapleford despite concerns from residents that they will have nowhere to park.Nottinghamshire County Council has agreed to paint double yellow lines on Ilkeston Road from the junction of Trowell Road to Pasture Road as well as Melbourne Road.Outline planning approval was granted for a residential development of up to 450 new homes in November 2014.Read More: Plans to buy 53 plots of land for Gedling Access Road approvedThe application states that the new
  
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• NottmPostEG published Nottingham's Top Talent 2017 finalists revealed and the the live...

  16-03-2017 18:30
  
  The finalists for Nottingham's Top Talent 2017 have been decided and you will be able to see them perform live at intu Victoria Centre this weekend. The competition, run by the Nottingham Post in association with Grosvenor Casino Nottingham, prompted dozens of entries from musicians, bands, comedians, dancers, photographers and artists, whittled down by a judging panel to perform in a live final on Saturday, March 18 at the intu Victoria Centre (outside Next) from 12 noon to 4.30pm. There...
  
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• rsherdley published Burglar stole £2k from Ladbrokes

  16-03-2017 18:22
  
  A burglar claimed he was undertaking a "security audit" at Ladbrokes, then stole nearly £2,000, a court heard.Andrew Duffy, 37, of Annesley Road, Hucknall, told the customer services manager at the store's branch in Pelham Street he was doing the audit shortly before 5pm on December 10.The worker was not alarmed by Duffy's request as coincidentally he had received an e-mail to say the shop should expect an audit.Duffy, who had been working as an insurance broker in the Lace...
  
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• DanRussell published Photos show crowds at controversial late-night Rushcliffe School...

  16-03-2017 17:55
  
  The organisers of a DJ class at a Nottinghamshire school say the event 'went to plan' despite the police being called.Staff from Rushcliffe School were left "absolutely mortified" when the event, which started on Saturday night, ran until 3.30am and around 250 unexpected people turned up.The school told the Post that the way the event was conducted was not authorised and was not aimed at pupils of the school.Read more: Police called to Rushcliffe School after evening DJ class goes on...
  
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• Barry_Cooper published WATCH Mark Warburton's first press conference at Nottingham...

  16-03-2017 17:29
  
  Mark Warburton has given the first glimpse of what life at Nottingham Forest will be like after taking his first media conference. The 54-year-old was presented to the local and national press at the City Ground on Thursday afternoon in front of a packed boardroom. Warburton, who has penned a two-and-a-half-year deal at Forest following his departure from Glasgow Rangers last month, spoke at length about his vision for the club, but stressed the importance of focusing on the game against...
  
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• MattJarram published Police seen searching woodland near Nottinghamshire pre-school

  16-03-2017 17:26
  
  Police with sniffer dogs and a helicopter were seen searching the woodland behind a Nottinghamshire pre-school.Nottinghamshire Police were called to the woodland to the rear of Papplewick Village Hall at 12.30pm on Thursday.The police told the Post they were called to the area due to "a suspicious driving incident."Read More: Boy in hospital after collision on way to schoolPapplewick Pre-school made sure their children remained indoors while the police combed the area for...
  
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• GemmaToulson commented This is the face of the man who punched a woman in broad daylight...

  16-03-2017 17:21
  
  A robber who attacked a woman in Nottingham after she had withdrawn money from a cash point has been jailed for six years.A jury at Nottingham Crown Court found Nathan Johnson, 34, formerly of Fisher Street, Hyson Green, guilty of robbery on Wednesday, March 15.The incident happened in Darley Road at about 9.20am on November 18, 2016.Read more: Suspicious white van man 'followed woman through park'The victim had used a cash point to withdraw some money. As she walked along Darley Road, Johnson..
  
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• Sarah_Clapson published Futures of Gary Brazil and Jack Lester at Nottingham Forest to be...

  16-03-2017 17:13
  
  Director of football Frank McParland will make a decision on the futures of Gary Brazil and Jack Lester at Nottingham Forest. Brazil and Lester had been in charge of the first-team since January, when Philippe Montanier was sacked. They originally took on the job on a caretaker basis before it was announced last month that they would be in place until the summer. On Tuesday morning, however, former Rangers boss Mark Warburton was unveiled as the Reds' new manager – with Brazil and...
  
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• Sarah_Clapson commented Futures of Gary Brazil and Jack Lester at Nottingham Forest to be...

  16-03-2017 17:13
  
  Director of football Frank McParland will make a decision on the futures of Gary Brazil and Jack Lester at Nottingham Forest. Brazil and Lester had been in charge of the first-team since January, when Philippe Montanier was sacked. They originally took on the job on a caretaker basis before it was announced last month that they would be in place until the summer. On Tuesday morning, however, former Rangers boss Mark Warburton was unveiled as the Reds' new manager – with Brazil and...
  
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• This is the best pub in Nottingham according to CAMRA - Nottingham Post

  16-03-2017 17:05
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  This is the best pub in Nottingham according to CAMRA
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  If you go to one pub this year then the Nottingham Campaign For Real Ale recommends having a pint at this one... The Poppy and Pint, in Lady Bay has been crowned Pub Of The Year 2017 by the city branch, which commended the boozer for being "a true ...
  
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• isaacashe published Long-term fix for Canal Street's ageing gas mains will not be for...

  16-03-2017 17:00
  
  Work to permanently fix troublesome iron gas pipes under Canal Street in Nottingham will not be considered for at least another year. Since Sunday, Canal Street has had emergency roadworks in force while workers dig down to fix joints which have fractured along the metal mains. This has led to road closures and traffic disruption all week - with work set to run on until 8pm on Thursday evening.Read more: Canal Street in Nottingham remains closed westbound this morningEarlier this year, the...
  
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• DaveWhitfield commented Why you can now only watch Tiny Pop TV channel in certain areas...

  16-03-2017 16:40
  
  If you've got children who are fans of Postman Pat, My Little Pony, Pajanimals and a host of other programmes, you might be wondering exactly where those shows have disappeared to. Parents have been complaining that the kids' channel Tiny Pop has gone from their television screens. It was available on Freeview and also featured programmes such as Miffy's Adventures Big And Small, The Little Monkeys, Clifford The Big Red Dog, and Harry And His Bucketful Of Dinosaurs. But yesterday,...
  
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• MattJarram published Outstanding rating for Bramcote Surgery

  16-03-2017 16:24
  
  Bramcote Surgery has been handed an outstanding rating by the Care Quality Commission (CQC).The surgery in Hanley Avenue was inspected by the government agency in November 2016.Inspectors found the practice provides "a safe, effective, and responsive service that meets the needs of its patients". It was also highlighted as outstanding for providing "caring and well-led services especially to patients with long term conditions and complex needs". The feedback the inspection...
  
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• LynetteP published Have a sneak peek inside Nottingham's new Bierkeller bar

  16-03-2017 15:54
  
  The finishing touches are being added to Nottingham's new £2.1m Bierkeller Entertainment Complex before the grand opening.With three distinctly different bars under one roof in the former Walkabout building in Friar Lane, there's fun for a 1,000-strong crowd – from sports and cocktails to Bavarian thigh-slapping merriment, when the complex opens to the public on Friday March 17.Take a tour of the new Bierkeller Entertainment Complex:Drinkers will greeted with two-pint steins of...
  
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• MattDavies published I can't think of anything better than playing in T20 Blast with...

  16-03-2017 15:53
  
  Ish Sodhi says the chance to experience the modern fireworks of Twenty20 in some of cricket's most traditional settings was too much of an opportunity to miss.The New Zealand international leg spinner will spend the duration of this summer's T20 Blast with Notts Outlaws after agreeing a deal to come to Trent Bridge.Sodhi has little experience of playing in England, which on the one hand leaves him facing him a learning curve, but on the other, he is a less well known quantity whose stock has...
  
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• RachelGorman published Craig David on taking his mum to the BRITS and the UK tour he's...

  16-03-2017 15:40
  
  It's been 16 years since Craig David kicked off his first ever arena tour right here in Nottingham and this month he's back with a new album and set-up… but don't worry, he promises to still play the classics. Rachel Gorman grabs him for a chatThere's little over a week until Mother's Day and R&B chart-topper Craig David is already quids in when it comes to brownie points with his mum Tina. Not only did the Born To Do It star take his ma as his date to the BRIT Awards at London's 02..
  
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• Nottingham Post published Derelict factory hit by major fire was 'sitting target'

  16-03-2017 15:31
  
  A derelict factory in Ilkeston which went up in flames last night was a 'sitting target' say residents.Residents of Cotmanhay Road in the town, where a major blaze ripped through the former Gardner Aerospace building, have described the moment firefighters arrived at the scene of the blaze.The fire broke out at around 9,.30pm last night as crews arrived to find flames on the second floor of the two-storey building.Read more: Ilkeston town centre road reopens following major factory site...
  
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• Jack Wolfskin store opens in Nottingham - take a look inside - Nottingham Post

  16-03-2017 15:27
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  Jack Wolfskin store opens in Nottingham - take a look inside
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  It's the tenth UK shop for the German company, well known to football fans as an official sponsor of Liverpool FC. Shoppers got their first look today when the shop, which stocks coats, jackets, hats, gloves, shoes, shirts, bags and other accessories ...
  
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• NatalieFahy published Eight jobs you can apply for in Nottinghamshire schools right now

  16-03-2017 15:20
  
  Working in a school definitely has its benefits if you enjoy being around children - the hours are more family-friendly than other jobs, you get the school holidays off, and the atmosphere is probably pretty inspiring.We've checked out the opportunities available across Nottinghamshire right now for working in schools, and none of these jobs require you to be trained as a teacher.All of these jobs and more can be viewed on Fish4Jobs.Receptionist, Toot Hill School, BinghamSalary: £5,628 to.
  
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• isaacashe published Boy in hospital after collision on way to school

  16-03-2017 15:19
  
  A nine-year-old was taken to hospital with a leg injury after a collision on the way to school.The boy was believed to be getting out of a car in Hallam Way in West Hallam, near Ilkeston, at around 9am today (Thursday, March 16) when he was involved in a collision with another vehicle.Read more: Plans for 69 flats in Ilkeston's former Co-op building given the go-aheadDerbyshire Police say the child, a pupil at nearby Scargill school, was taken by ambulance to Queen's Medical Centre in...
  
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• Barry_Cooper commented Nottingham Forest defender Alex Iacovitti called-up to Scotland...

  16-03-2017 15:14
  
  Alex Iacovitti has been named in the Scotland under-21 squad for the friendly match against Estonia later this month. The 19-year-old defender has made 10 appearances this season, eight of which came while the Nottingham Forest man was on loan at Mansfield Town. Iacoviti started the Reds' opening day win against Burton Albion and followed that up by playing in the defeat at Brighton but hasn't featured in Forest's starting XI since. Boss Scot Gemmill announced a squad of 22 players for the...
  
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• MattJarram published Plans to buy 53 plots of land for Gedling Access Road approved

  16-03-2017 15:06
  
  Plans for a £41m access road in Gedling have moved forward, after councillors approved the purchase of 53 plots of land.The 3.8km stretch of road will link the existing A612 Burton Road to the B684 Mapperley Plains and has been in the pipeline for 50 years.Nottinghamshire County Council gave the go-ahead on Thursday to start the legal process of acquiring land.The Compulsory Purchase Orders (CPO) and Side Roads Order (SRO) are now subject to final approval by the Secretary of State.Read...
  
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• DanRobinson published Toyota's £240m investment in huge East Midlands plant...

  16-03-2017 15:03
  
  The announcement that Toyota has committed to the East Midlands despite Brexit with a £240m investment has been welcomed by the chamber of commerce representing Nottinghamshire.East Midlands Chamber said it was a "very positive announcement" after there were fears Britain's withdrawal from the European Union could force some car manufacturers to leave the country due to higher export tariffs.The company, which employs 3,100 people across its Burnaston plant and its engine-making...
  
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• RachelGorman published This is the best pub in Nottingham according to CAMRA

  16-03-2017 15:01
  
  If you go to one pub this year then the Nottingham Campaign For Real Ale recommends having a pint at this one... The Poppy and Pint, in Lady Bay has been crowned Pub Of The Year 2017 by the city branch, which commended the boozer for being "a true example of a thriving community pub".Nominated watering holes in the Nottingham area were judged on a number of criteria, which included beer quality, warmth of welcome and the general mix of clientele, amongst other...
  
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• NottmPostEG published Jack Wolfskin store opens in Nottingham - take a look inside

  16-03-2017 15:00
  
  Trendy outdoor clothing brand Jack Wolfskin has opened its first store in Nottingham.It's the tenth UK shop for the German company, well known to football fans as an official sponsor of Liverpool FC. Shoppers got their first look today when the shop, which stocks coats, jackets, hats, gloves, shoes, shirts, bags and other accessories, in The Exchange. "Nottingham is in the UK's top ten retail destinations and funnily enough, this is Jack Wolfskin's tenth store in the UK ,"...
  
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• MattDavies published Peter Moores targets TWO trophies with Nottinghamshire this...

  16-03-2017 14:40
  
  Peter Moores says promotion is Nottinghamshire's number one target this year, but he believes winning two trophies is a realistic ambition.Notts, who are currently on their pre-season tour of Barbados, suffered a miserable campaign in the County Championship last summer as they were relegated to Division Two.Getting back up at the first attempt is the club's widely stated goal, but the head coach also feels they can challenge in the NatWest T20 Blast or Royal London One Day Cup, if not...
  
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• isaacashe published Missing woman last seen at Hucknall tram stop

  16-03-2017 14:36
  
  A public appeal is being made to find missing 34-year-old Nicola Hallam.Nottinghamshire Police have raised concerns for her safety after she was last seen at Hucknall tram station at around 1.40pm on Wednesday, March 15.Read more: Appeal is made by police to find missing 13-year-old girlNicola is described as white, 5ft 4in tall, of a large build with dark brown shoulder length hair.She was last seen wearing a green jacket, black boots, black tights and a white flowery dress.If you see Nicola or
  
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• isaacashe commented Suspicious white van man 'followed woman through park'

  16-03-2017 14:17
  
  A woman walking her dog through a Nottinghamshire country park may have been followed by a man taking photos, police have warned.At around 11am yesterday (Wednesday, March 15) a female dog walker in Rushcliffe Country Park in Ruddington reported a man who may have been taking pictures on his phone while walking a short distance behind her.On leaving the park via Asher Lane, the woman noticed the man - described as white and wearing a black baseball cap with white writing, grey cotton shorts and.
  
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• Nottmtails published Gary Rowett says there was interest from Nottingham Forest - but...

  16-03-2017 13:36
  
  Gary Rowett has confirmed he was approached over the Nottingham Forest's manager's job.The former Burton and Birmingham boss will be in the away dugout as he takes charge of Derby County for the first time at the City Ground this weekend.But, as he discussed the fixture, he revealed that there was contact from 'different factions' connected with the Reds.Rowett was a primary target for both Fawaz Al Hasawi and for the American consortium led by John Jay Moores. The highly rated 43-year-old is...
  
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• isaacashe published Canal Street to reopen to traffic tonight

  16-03-2017 13:22
  
  Work to fix a gas leak in Nottingham city centre has been completed and the road is set to reopen this evening following emergency repairs.National Grid says fractured joints along an iron gas main under Canal Street have been mended successfully and the road is being repaired.The firm hopes to have reopened the road by 8pm today (Thursday, March 16).Read more: Everything we know about Nottingham's Canal Street closureUntil then, a diversion along London Road, Queens Road, Sheriffs Way, Waterway
  
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• Leigh_Curtis published Notts County mourn loss of popular ex-player Tommy Asher

  16-03-2017 13:08
  
  Former Notts County player Tommy Asher has died at the age of 80.Yorkshire-born Tommy, who lived in Gotham, was a tricky inside forward who played 31 times in the famous black and white in the late 1950s, scoring four times.He was a youngster much in demand after starring for England Schoolboys alongside future Manchester United and England legend Duncan Edwards. The pair were members of the 1952/53 team that beat Scotland 1-0 at Wembley Stadium in front of a crowd of more than 80,000. Newspaper
  
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• New Nottingham band High Tides to launch album at Rock City - Nottingham Post

  16-03-2017 13:02
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  High Tides are an energetic new band from Nottingham under the influence of everyone from Blink 182 to Panic At The Disco. Adam Humphreys spoke to them ahead of their album launch gig at Rock City on Friday, March 17. SHARE PICTURE. Copy link to ...
  
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