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• Brilliant first period helps Nottingham Panthers take 5-2 Play-Offs lead against Sheffield Steelers - Nottingham Post

  01-04-2017 22:44
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  Brilliant first period helps Nottingham Panthers take 5-2 Play-Offs lead against Sheffield Steelers
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  After losing to Sheffield Steelers at the end of the regular season, a frustrated Corey Neilson said one good period can win a tie in the Play-Offs. Well Nottingham Panthers have had one, a great one, to go with a goal ten seconds from the end, but ...
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• MattDavies published Chris Read's impending retirement changes nothing for Tom Moores,...

  01-04-2017 22:05
  
  Chris Read's announcement he will retire at the end of the season has made the prospect of someone else keeping wicket for Nottinghamshire a looming reality.As Read himself has said, all good things come to an end, but the club captain has come to represent a constant that will be near impossible to replace after 19 years at the club.Someone must take his place though and the spotlight now shines a little brighter on two promising players hoping they take the gloves from a man who will go down..
  
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• MattDavies published Brilliant first period helps Nottingham Panthers take 5-2...

  01-04-2017 21:53
  
  After losing to Sheffield Steelers at the end of the regular season, a frustrated Corey Neilson said one good period can win a tie in the Play-Offs.Well Nottingham Panthers have had one, a great one, to go with a goal ten seconds from the end, but will it be enough after they secured a 5-2 first leg lead in the quarter-finals?A team that has promised plenty and delivered too few times in domestic competition turned up to perfect effect in the first period, as they raced into a 4-0 lead.Goals...
  
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• EFL: Carlisle United's goal drought ended among five things you may have missed

  01-04-2017 21:08 via bbc.co.uk
  
  An away win to cherish for Carlisle is among five things you might have missed from the English Football League.
  
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• Leigh_Curtis published Shola Ameobi a class apart in Notts County win: Magpies player...

  01-04-2017 20:48
  
  Notts County enjoyed another dominant home win, this time against Colchester. Here's how Leigh Curtis rated the Magpies players.Adam Collin: Could do very little about Colchester's goal from Chris Porter which would have beaten the very best of goalkeepers. Rating: 7/10Matt Tootle: Has formed a good partnership with Jorge Grant and the pair dovetailed well in attack. Defended resolutely too. 8Richard Duffy: Was afforded the captain's armband which shows you how much Kevin Nolan trusts him. Gave.
  
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• MattDavies published Chris Read's time with Nottinghamshire may not end when he...

  01-04-2017 20:00
  
  Chris Read's near 20-year association with Nottinghamshire may not come to an end when he retires in September.The club captain will leave Trent Bridge at the end of the season to take up a position as director of cricket at Uppingham School.However, he hopes to continue to work with Notts in a small capacity, mentoring the wicket-keepers who hope to succeed him when he steps aside.Read more: Read explains why he is retiring"Hopefully I'll still work with Notts in the future, possibly with...
  
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• Mansfield Town 1-2 Exeter City

  01-04-2017 19:44 via bbc.co.uk
  
  Reuben Reid scores a stoppage-time penalty as Exeter grab victory at League Two play-off rivals Mansfield.
  
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• Notts County 3-1 Colchester United

  01-04-2017 19:32 via bbc.co.uk
  
  Shola Ameobi scores twice as Notts County dent Colchester's play-off hopes with a home win at Meadow Lane.
  
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• Nottmtails published Nottingham Forest can win relegation fight with self belief says...

  01-04-2017 19:09
  
  Simple belief was key to Nottingham Forest taking an important point from a 1-1 draw at Preston – and it could also be their biggest asset in the remaining seven games of the season.That was the message from Mark Warburton after the Reds boss saw his side produce a performance that was almost enough to secure all three points at Deepdale. Britt Assombalonga offered a reminder of his abilities with a well taken goal to put Forest ahead and the visitors should have added to their 22nd minute
  
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• Nottmtails commented Nottingham Forest can win relegation fight with self belief says...

  01-04-2017 19:09
  
  Simple belief was key to Nottingham Forest taking an important point from a 1-1 draw at Preston – and it could also be their biggest asset in the remaining seven games of the season.That was the message from Mark Warburton after the Reds boss saw his side produce a performance that was almost enough to secure all three points at Deepdale. Britt Assombalonga offered a reminder of his abilities with a well taken goal to put Forest ahead and the visitors should have added to their 22nd minute
  
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• Leigh_Curtis published Kevin Nolan thrilled by 'most complete performance' as Notts...

  01-04-2017 18:59
  
  Kevin Nolan saluted a sensational Notts County performance as they turned in their best home display to blitz their way past Colchester.The Magpies stormed to a 3-1 victory at Meadow Lane, but the scoreline could and perhaps should have been greater as the hosts created a stack of chances.Two goals from the Shola Ameobi, who was outstanding, and one from Haydn Hollis saw off the Us, who scored through a spectacular strike from Chris Porter.The result meant that Football League safety is all but.
  
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• Leigh_Curtis commented Kevin Nolan thrilled by 'most complete performance' as Notts...

  01-04-2017 18:59
  
  Kevin Nolan saluted a sensational Notts County performance as they turned in their best home display to blitz their way past Colchester.The Magpies stormed to a 3-1 victory at Meadow Lane, but the scoreline could and perhaps should have been greater as the hosts created a stack of chances.Two goals from the Shola Ameobi, who was outstanding, and one from Haydn Hollis saw off the Us, who scored through a spectacular strike from Chris Porter.The result meant that Football League safety is all but.
  
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• Barry_Cooper published WATCH Paul Taylor's verdict after Nottingham Forest draw 1-1 at...

  01-04-2017 18:54
  
  Nottingham Forest produced some of their best football of the season at Deepdale, but had to settle for a point against Preston North End. The Reds took a deserved lead midway through the first half, when Britt Assombalonga notched his tenth goal of the campaign, finishing well at Chris Maxwell's near post following a clever pass from Zach Clough.Throughout the first half, the Reds created good chances and very nearly saw one of the goals of the season when Ben Brereton stormed through...
  
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• The most normal place in Nottinghamshire revealed - Nottingham Post

  01-04-2017 18:21
  
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  The most normal place in Nottinghamshire revealed
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  An unassuming village tucked away in the south of Nottinghamshire has been named one of the most normal places in the country. Data analysis carried out on census and other government statistics has shown that East Leake's population is the fifth most ...
  
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• Preston North End 1-1 Nottingham Forest

  01-04-2017 18:17 via bbc.co.uk
  
  Preston lose ground in the race for the play-off places as Nottingham Forest earn a deserved point at Deepdale.
  
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• Burglar walked in through unlocked front door say police - Nottingham Post

  01-04-2017 18:12
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  Burglar walked in through unlocked front door say police
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  A 'brazen' burglar struck at a Nottingham home today after walking in through the front door. A warning is being issued to residents after the incident at The Firs Nursing Home in Elmswood Gardens, Sherwood, today (Saturday, April 1). At around 1.50pm ...
  
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• Where can you watch Wrestlemania 33 in Nottingham? - Nottingham Post

  01-04-2017 18:09
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  Where can you watch Wrestlemania 33 in Nottingham?
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  After months of mind games, WWE Champion Bray Wyatt faces off with his former "blood brother" Randy Orton for the title. The beast Brock Lesnar will go head to head with Goldberg for the Universial Champion while Seth Rollins will fight against his ...
  
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• Barry_Cooper published David Vaughan shines in midfield as Nottingham Forest draw with...

  01-04-2017 18:06
  
  Nottingham Forest picked up a point at Preston North End with a 1-1 draw, after Britt Assombalonga's opener was cancelled out in the second half. Here's how the Reds players rated. Jordan Smith: Made two good saves first half but also dropped a cross and fluffed a kick, which could have cost Forest. Rating: 6/10 Eric Lichaj: Was superb in the first half, saved Jordan Smith's blushes to clear off the line and linked up superbly with Ben Brereton down the right. Rating: 7/10 Daniel Pinillos:...
  
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• Barry_Cooper commented David Vaughan shines in midfield as Nottingham Forest draw with...

  01-04-2017 18:06
  
  Nottingham Forest picked up a point at Preston North End with a 1-1 draw, after Britt Assombalonga's opener was cancelled out in the second half. Here's how the Reds players rated. Jordan Smith: Made two good saves first half but also dropped a cross and fluffed a kick, which could have cost Forest. Rating: 6/10 Eric Lichaj: Was superb in the first half, saved Jordan Smith's blushes to clear off the line and linked up superbly with Ben Brereton down the right. Rating: 7/10 Daniel Pinillos:...
  
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• Nottmtails published Britt Assombalonga delivers a reminder of what he can do as...

  01-04-2017 18:03
  
  Britt Assombalonga provided a reminder of his finishing instincts as Nottingham Forest's revival under Mark Warburton continued with a hard fought point against in-form Preston.Forest looked as though they might snatch all three points at Deepdale, as they built on Assombalonga's 22nd minute strike – his tenth of the season – with a dominant first half display that might have brought them more goals.But Simon Grayson's side, who had collected 16 points from their previous six outings
  
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• Nottmtails commented Britt Assombalonga delivers a reminder of what he can do as...

  01-04-2017 18:03
  
  Britt Assombalonga provided a reminder of his finishing instincts as Nottingham Forest's revival under Mark Warburton continued with a hard fought point against in-form Preston.Forest looked as though they might snatch all three points at Deepdale, as they built on Assombalonga's 22nd minute strike – his tenth of the season – with a dominant first half display that might have brought them more goals.But Simon Grayson's side, who had collected 16 points from their previous six outings
  
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• Leigh_Curtis commented Shola Ameobi double helps Notts County to a 3-1 win over...

  01-04-2017 18:00
  
  Two goals from the brilliant Shola Ameobi capped off a wonderful Notts County performance as they cruised past Colchester at Meadow Lane.In what was the Magpies' best home performance of the season, Jorge Grant and Jon Stead went close before Haydn Hollis nodded in the opener.It was just rewarded for a fantastic start by the Magpies but the visitors levelled in the 21st minute when Chris Porter curled home a terrific shot into the top corner.Read more: Nolan happy to be in stable environmentBut.
  
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• isaacashe published Burglar walked in through unlocked front door say police

  01-04-2017 17:59
  
  A 'brazen' burglar struck at a Nottingham home today after walking in through the front door.A warning is being issued to residents after the incident at The Firs Nursing Home in Elmswood Gardens, Sherwood, today (Saturday, April 1).At around 1.50pm today, Nottinghamshire Police say a suspect described as a white man, 6ft 3in tall, between 45-50 years old and wearing a black coat and jeans entered a property through an unlocked front door, before being disturbed by the occupant.Read more: Teen..
  
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• isaacashe commented Burglar walked in through unlocked front door say police

  01-04-2017 17:59
  
  A 'brazen' burglar struck at a Nottingham home today after walking in through the front door.A warning is being issued to residents after the incident at The Firs Nursing Home in Elmswood Gardens, Sherwood, today (Saturday, April 1).At around 1.50pm today, Nottinghamshire Police say a suspect described as a white man, 6ft 3in tall, between 45-50 years old and wearing a black coat and jeans entered a property through an unlocked front door, before being disturbed by the occupant.Read more: Teen..
  
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• Preston North End 1-1 Nottingham Forest - BBC Sport - BBC Sport

  01-04-2017 17:58
  
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  Preston North End 1-1 Nottingham Forest - BBC Sport
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  Preston lose ground in the race for the play-off places as Nottingham Forest earn a deserved point at Deepdale.
  David Vaughan shines in midfield as Nottingham Forest draw with Preston North EndNottingham Post
  'Two words…squeaky, bum!' – Nottingham Forest fans react to draw at PrestonFootball League World
  Match report: PNE 1 Nottingham Forest 1Lancashire Evening Post
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• isaacashe published The most normal place in Nottinghamshire revealed

  01-04-2017 17:29
  
  An unassuming village tucked away in the south of Nottinghamshire has been named one of the most normal places in the country.Data analysis carried out on census and other government statistics has shown that East Leake's population is the fifth most normal nationwide - claiming the village could be used as a barometer for the entire country's views.Only the folk of Didcot in Oxfordshire, Droitwich Spa in Worcestershire, Bath Road in Worcester, and Southwick in West Sussex were more normal than.
  
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• MattJarram published Where can you watch Wrestlemania 33 in Nottingham?

  01-04-2017 17:18
  
  It is the biggest night in the wrestling calendar – Wrestlemania 33.After months of mind games, WWE Champion Bray Wyatt faces off with his former "blood brother" Randy Orton for the title. The beast Brock Lesnar will go head to head with Goldberg for the Universial Champion while Seth Rollins will fight against his former boss, Triple H.Read More: First look around Grosvenor Casino as £3.4m makeover is finishedAnother big match will see The Undertaker return to the ring to...
  
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• isaacashe published National Justice Museum's £1 million revamp is a big...

  01-04-2017 16:40
  
  'Awesome' was the verdict of some of the first visitors to the new look National Justice Museum in Nottingham.The new attraction, which builds on the much-loved Galleries of Justice Museum, opened its doors today after a £1 million refurbishment carried out since February.The former courthouse and gaol not only boasts more than 40,000 law, justice, crime, and punishment artefacts, but now features a wealth of interactive displays, live actors, and free exhibitions to attract visitors from.
  
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• Team Sheets - Preston v Nottingham Forest - Vitalfootball

  01-04-2017 15:53
  
  Team Sheets - Preston v Nottingham Forest
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  Nottingham Forest go to Deepdale as the visitors to Preston for the latest Championship game. This will be a 3pm kick-off as we look to secure all three points with a win, if possible. With the team sheets in we know the starting XI. Line ups. Preston ...and more »
  
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• isaacashe published 'Framework saved my life' say former rough sleepers at annual...

  01-04-2017 15:47
  
  People saved from the streets praised the work of a Nottinghamshire homeslessness charity at its annual service. This morning (Saturday, April 1), charity Framework - which helps homeless and vulnerable people across the city and county - hosted a service at Southwell Minster, attended by around 200 guests. One of those who attended was Willem Brewer, 23, who said until Framework stepped in he had been living rough for a decade. Read more: Homeless man found sleeping and going to the...
  
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• JonPritchard published Thief jailed for 12 weeks after stealing deodorant - worth just...

  01-04-2017 15:42
  
  A serial thief has been jailed for 12 weeks after stealing deodorant from a shop - just six days after being released from prison.Craig Moltby had been given an eight-week suspended sentence by magistrates for a previous theft - but stole the deodorant from Poundstretcher in Sutton-in-Ashfield on March 26.Moltby, of Percival Close, Sutton-in-Ashfield, appeared at Nottingham Magistrates Court on April 1 and pleaded guilty to once charge of theft.Read more: Police release new images of wanted mum.
  
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• JonPritchard published Teen appears in court in connection with Aqib Mazhar death

  01-04-2017 15:42
  
  An 18-year-old has appeared before magistrates after being charged with a number of offences connected to the death of Aqib Mazhar.Hamza Adam, of Berridge Road, Forest Fields, was at Nottingham Magistrates Court this morning after being charged with manslaughter and violent disorder.Wearing a white and blue jacket and grey tracksuit trousers, Adam sat with his hands on his lap and facing forward for most of the hearing.Read more: Tributes to long-serving former magistrate who received the...
  
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• RachelGorman published First look around revamped Grosvenor Casino as £3.4m...

  01-04-2017 15:30
  
  It's taken six months, £3.4 million and (probably) a few tears but the varnish has finally dried on the dramatic Grosvenor Casino Nottingham revamp. The entertainment complex, in Maid Marian Way, which has been completely gutted and remodelled, is now home to a sun terrace with TVs, games machines you can control with your feet and VIP booths where you will be waited on hand and foot all night. There are also plans to hold monthly live entertainment events with a Motown night and...
  
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• RachelGorman commented First look around revamped Grosvenor Casino as £3.4m...

  01-04-2017 15:30
  
  It's taken six months, £3.4 million and (probably) a few tears but the varnish has finally dried on the dramatic Grosvenor Casino Nottingham revamp. The entertainment complex, in Maid Marian Way, which has been completely gutted and remodelled, is now home to a sun terrace with TVs, games machines you can control with your feet and VIP booths where you will be waited on hand and foot all night. There are also plans to hold monthly live entertainment events with a Motown night and...
  
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• NottmPostEG published Bear's Den at Nottingham's Rock City - Review and photos

  01-04-2017 15:29
  
  Hailing from the same West London folk scene as Mumford & Sons and Noah and the Whale, Bear's Den brought their own brand of folk rock music to Rock City last night.Having now officially paired down from a trio to a duo consisting of Andrew Davie and Kevin Jones, they were joined on stage by four other talented musicians.Touring to promote their second studio album, Red Earth & Pouring Rain, it was the title track that started the evening off. Performing a satisfying mix of songs taken..
  
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• NottmPostEG commented Bear's Den at Nottingham's Rock City - Review and photos

  01-04-2017 15:29
  
  Hailing from the same West London folk scene as Mumford & Sons and Noah and the Whale, Bear's Den brought their own brand of folk rock music to Rock City last night.Having now officially paired down from a trio to a duo consisting of Andrew Davie and Kevin Jones, they were joined on stage by four other talented musicians.Touring to promote their second studio album, Red Earth & Pouring Rain, it was the title track that started the evening off. Performing a satisfying mix of songs taken..
  
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• Barry_Cooper published Eric Lichaj returns for Nottingham Forest against Preston North...

  01-04-2017 15:02
  
  Nottingham Forest manager Mark Warburton made just one change to the side that drew so dramatically against Derby County two weeks ago for their huge Championship clash at Preston North End.American defender Eric Lichaj returned to the starting line-up after missing the game against the Rams through injury.That was the only change to the side, with Michael Mancienne dropping to the substitutes' bench at Deepdale, which also saw the return of Jamie Ward.Ward, who impressed while away on...
  
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• Missing mum Samantha Baldwin lost care of sons Louis and Dylan

  01-04-2017 14:48 via bbc.co.uk
  
  Samantha Baldwin and her sons disappeared shortly after a court ruled they should be removed from her care.
  
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• Leigh_Curtis published Notts County v Colchester LIVE! Kevin Nolan's Magpies look to...

  01-04-2017 14:26
  
  Notts County are aiming to maintain their unbeaten home record under Kevin Nolan this afternoon when they entertain Colchester at Meadow Lane.A win for the Magpies would put them even closer to mathematically securing Football League safety with Nolan's side currently 13 points clear of the drop zone.As always, our man Leigh Curtis will be there this afternoon and he will give you every kick, every foul and every goal as they go in.So stick here throughout the afternoon to keep up to speed with.
  
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• Leigh_Curtis commented Notts County v Colchester LIVE! Kevin Nolan's Magpies look to...

  01-04-2017 14:26
  
  Notts County are aiming to maintain their unbeaten home record under Kevin Nolan this afternoon when they entertain Colchester at Meadow Lane.A win for the Magpies would put them even closer to mathematically securing Football League safety with Nolan's side currently 13 points clear of the drop zone.As always, our man Leigh Curtis will be there this afternoon and he will give you every kick, every foul and every goal as they go in.So stick here throughout the afternoon to keep up to speed with.
  
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• Nottingham Forest boss Mark Warburton reiterates Rangers "disappointment" - Nottingham Post

  01-04-2017 14:18
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  Nottingham Forest boss Mark Warburton reiterates Rangers "disappointment"
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  Nottingham Forest boss Mark Warburton has reiterated his "disappointment" over how his time at previous club Rangers came to an end. But he insists his spell at the Scottish giants should be seen as a successful one. Warburton, assistant David Weir and ...
  Mark Warburton shares ultimate aim at Nottingham Forest; there's a problemHITCall 19 news articles »
  
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• MattJarram published New images of wanted mum Samantha Baldwin and her children...

  01-04-2017 14:04
  
  New images have been released of a mother wanted in connection of abducting her children as police enter the fifth day of a desperate search to find them.Nottinghamshire Police said that on Monday, March 27, Samantha Baldwin, 40, attended Nottingham Family Court. During this hearing Louis Madge, nine, and Dylan Madge, six, were declared wards of Court.Dylan MadgeSuperintendent Rich Fretwell from Nottinghamshire Police, said: "This means Samantha does not have legal custody at this time....
  
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• Sarah_Clapson published Nottingham Forest boss Mark Warburton reiterates Rangers...

  01-04-2017 13:47
  
  Nottingham Forest boss Mark Warburton has reiterated his "disappointment" over how his time at previous club Rangers came to an end. But he insists his spell at the Scottish giants should be seen as a successful one. Warburton, assistant David Weir and head of recruitment Frank McParland all left Ibrox in acrimonious circumstances earlier this year. McParland was first to make the move to the City Ground, joining as director of football, before Warburton and Weir replaced Gary...
  
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• These are the 22 schools 'below floor standards' in Nottinghamshire - Nottingham Post

  01-04-2017 13:29
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  These are the 22 schools 'below floor standards' in Nottinghamshire
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  Nottinghamshire County Council has released a list of primary and secondary schools that aren't meeting expected standards. In a report covering the 2015-16 academic year, the council found that 22 schools were not meeting what they describe as 'floor ...
  
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• stewartthorpe published These are the 22 schools 'below floor standards' in Nottinghamshi...

  01-04-2017 13:17
  
  Nottinghamshire County Council has released a list of primary and secondary schools that aren't meeting its expected standards. In a report covering the 2015-16 academic year, the council found that 22 schools were not meeting what they describe as 'floor standards'. Theses standards are based on the outcomes from the Key Stage 2 assessment - one for attainment in reading, writing and maths combined and one for progress in each of those three individual subjects. If 65 percent of pupils reach...
  
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• DanRussell published A52 blocked following crash

  01-04-2017 12:38
  
  A crash on the A52 has blocked the road causing traffic problems. The collision took place near Stapleford at around 9.48am on Saturday and people are being told to avoid the area. According to Highways England the road is blocked eastbound between the M1 and the B6003.
  Read more: Villagers hold birthday party for problem potholeEmergency services have been called to the scene. Traffic stuck in the area was released by police at around 11.30am but one lane still remains closed. Further...
  
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• Concerns over new M1 'smart' motorway designs

  01-04-2017 12:29 via bbc.co.uk
  
  Fears over the design and impact of a £120m project from Junction 23a to 25 of the M1.
  
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• TracyWalker published Tributes to long-serving former magistrate who received the MBE

  01-04-2017 12:01
  
  A former leading magistrate who died following a short battle with cancer has been remembered as being a "conscientious" JP who "served with distinction". Paula Hammond, of Attenborough, was awarded the MBE for services to the community in 2011. The 73-year-old devoted her life to helping others, becoming heavily involved in life in her village and beyond, as well as the justice system in Nottinghamshire. Mrs Hammond, who was born in Long Eaton, was a magistrate from...
  
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• DaveWhitfield published Take a look back at what was happening in the city in 1991

  01-04-2017 12:00
  
  Shakin' Stevens and Lady Diana were in town, and aerobics classes were being held in the Victoria Centre.It could only be 1991.We've pulled together some images for the video above from Nottingham back in the days when the average house price was £73,000, the Bank of England interest rate topped 13 percent, and we were still talking about the 'Gulf War' rather than the 'First Gulf War'.There was plenty going on in the city, too, with Cloughie on his way to Wembley, Boots Opticians opening,
  
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• Nottingham Forest youngster has 'good' chance of going to European Under-21 Championship - Nottingham Post

  01-04-2017 11:38
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  Nottingham Forest youngster has 'good' chance of going to European Under-21 Championship
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  Nottingham Forest goalkeeper Tim Erlandsson has been told he has a "good" chance of representing his country at the European Under-21 Championship this summer. The 20-year-old Swede spent the recent international break with the national Under-21 ...
  
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