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• Line of Duty star Vicky McClure relives tram misunderstanding

  22-04-2017 23:52 via bbc.co.uk
  
  Actress Vicky McClure says she was "mortified" at being told to get off a tram named in her honour.
  
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• MattDavies published Ellie Downie secures more European Championship medals but...

  22-04-2017 23:20
  
  Nottingham's Ellie Downie continued her dream European Championships by adding silver and bronze medals to her all-around gold in Romania.Downie became the first British gymnast to win an all-around title at a major international championship on Friday.The Notts Gymnastics Academy athlete powered her way to vault silver after two strong performances to score an average of 14.350, finishing second behind France's Coline Devillard (14.466) and ahead of Hungary's Boglarka Devai (14.316). She also..
  
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• DanRussell published Armed police raids and investigations 'do not pose a risk to...

  22-04-2017 22:02
  
  People have been told that they are not at risk following raids by armed police on two Nottingham homes. At around 8.30am on Saturday, emergency services including Nottinghamshire Police armed officers, riot vans and dog units as well as paramedics took over Woodward Street, between Sneinton Dale and Sneinton Boulevard.Residents in the street were told to remain indoors while officers entered two homes carrying firearms and a metal ram.Read more: Teen arrested after sudden death of boy, 14, is..
  
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• DanRussell commented Armed police raids and investigations 'do not pose a risk to...

  22-04-2017 22:02
  
  People have been told that they are not at risk following raids by armed police on two Nottingham homes. At around 8.30am on Saturday, emergency services including Nottinghamshire Police armed officers, riot vans and dog units as well as paramedics took over Westwood Street, between Sneinton Dale and Sneinton Boulevard.Residents in the street were told to remain indoors while officers entered two homes carrying firearms and a metal ram.Read more: Teen arrested after sudden death of boy, 14, is..
  
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• Teen arrested after sudden death of boy, 14, is released - Nottingham Post

  22-04-2017 21:20
  
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  Teen arrested after sudden death of boy, 14, is released
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  A 17-year-old boy arrested in connection with the death of a 14-year-old boy has been released under investigation. The teen was arrested on suspicion of murder after police responded to reports that a male had collapsed in Tenbury Crescent, in Aspley, ...
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• laurahammond published Teen arrested after sudden death of boy, 14, is released

  22-04-2017 21:20
  
  A 17-year-old boy arrested in connection with the death of a 14-year-old boy has been released under investigation.The teen was arrested on suspicion of murder after police responded to reports that a male had collapsed in Tenbury Crescent, in Aspley, at around 10pm on Thursday (April 20).The boy, named locally as Reece Seagrave, was believed to be suffering from a cardiac arrest and later died at the Queen's Medical Centre.Read more: Aspley murder probe: Residents 'shocked but not surprised'...
  
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• MattDavies published 'Far too early' for talk of dominating the division says...

  22-04-2017 20:51
  
  Peter Moores says it is far too early to talk about Nottinghamshire dominating Division Two of the County Championship after their two day win against Sussex.Notts were winners by an innings and 88 runs in a total mismatch at Trent Bridge as they followed up resounding victories against Leicestershire and Durham in style.That has given rise to speculation they will secure promotion back to the flight comfortably, but with their Test players not around for the whole season that will not be so...
  
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• Man, 72, dies after serious A60 crash - Nottingham Post

  22-04-2017 20:36
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  Man, 72, dies after serious A60 crash
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  A 72-year-old man has died following a serious crash on a busy Nottinghamshire road, police have said. Two cars crashed on the A60 Mansfield Road at around 12.25pm today (Saturday, April 22).and more »
  
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• Leigh_Curtis published Boss Kevin Nolan has 'frank discussion' with Notts County players...

  22-04-2017 20:22
  
  Kevin Nolan admitted he had a "frank discussion" with his Notts County side after they were beaten by 10-man Luton at Kenilworth Road.Looking to bounce back from their defeat to Portsmouth on Easter Monday, the Magpies began brilliantly when they took the lead through Elliott Hewitt after just six minutes.But Ollie Palmer restored parity for the hosts not long after when he headed in after Danny Hylton's shot had been saved.Pelly-Ruddock Mpanzu then made it 2-1 right on the stroke of...
  
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• laurahammond published Man, 72, dies after serious A60 crash

  22-04-2017 20:22
  
  A 72-year-old man has died following a serious crash on a busy Nottinghamshire road, police have said.Two cars crashed on the A60 Mansfield Road at around 12.25pm today (Saturday, April 22).Read more: Three people arrested after stabbing outside McDonald'sNottinghamshire Police confirmed that the man has died and said that two other people remain in hospital this evening.The road remains closed in both directions south of Ravenshead, between Forest Lane and Kighill Lane. It is expected to reopen
  
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• Nottingham Post published Nottinghamshire beat Sussex in two days to make it three out of...

  22-04-2017 20:20
  
  Nottinghamshire produced a ruthless performance with the ball to defeat Sussex inside two days in their Specsavers County Championship match at Trent Bridge, as they made it three wins out of three in Division Two.The visitors were bowled out for scores of 155 and 204 on the second day, to lose their second match of the season by an innings and 88 runs.James Pattinson claimed first innings figures of four for 22 and followed it with three for 33 in the second, with Stuart Broad and Luke Fletcher
  
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• Nottmtails published WATCH Paul Taylor's verdict on Nottingham Forest's crucial 3-2...

  22-04-2017 20:10
  
  A nerve-wracking afternoon at the City Ground ended with Nottingham Forest clinching a crucial three points from a 3-2 victory over Reading. And you can watch Reds reporter Paul Taylor's video verdict on the match below. There was plenty to talk about after a game filled with drama and tension. Forest went into the match just one point above the relegation zone, but eased the pressure by taking a three-goal lead. Britt Assombalonga bagged a brace, scoring either side of half-time, and...
  
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• Nottmtails commented WATCH Paul Taylor's verdict on Nottingham Forest's crucial 3-2...

  22-04-2017 20:10
  
  A nerve-wracking afternoon at the City Ground ended with Nottingham Forest clinching a crucial three points from a 3-2 victory over Reading. And you can watch Reds reporter Paul Taylor's video verdict on the match below. There was plenty to talk about after a game filled with drama and tension. Forest went into the match just one point above the relegation zone, but eased the pressure by taking a three-goal lead. Britt Assombalonga bagged a brace, scoring either side of half-time, and...
  
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• Nottmtails published Mark Warburton reveals message to Nottingham Forest players that...

  22-04-2017 19:45
  
  Mark Warburton believes simple desire was key to Nottingham Forest securing a huge victory in their fight to preserve their Championship status, after challenging his players to "prove you want it more than Reading". The Reds had to endure a nervous finish as Yann Kermorgant netted twice as Reading staged a second half comeback, once a Britt Assombalonga double had helped ease Warburton's side into a 3-0 lead. After Muzzy Carayol netted a third goal, Forest were guilty of sitting...
  
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• Nottmtails commented Mark Warburton reveals message to Nottingham Forest players that...

  22-04-2017 19:45
  
  Mark Warburton believes simple desire was key to Nottingham Forest securing a huge victory in their fight to preserve their Championship status, after challenging his players to "prove you want it more than Reading". The Reds had to endure a nervous finish as Yann Kermorgant netted twice as Reading staged a second half comeback, once a Britt Assombalonga double had helped ease Warburton's side into a 3-0 lead. After Muzzy Carayol netted a third goal, Forest were guilty of sitting...
  
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• Luton Town 2-1 Notts County

  22-04-2017 19:45 via bbc.co.uk
  
  Luton Town virtually assured themselves of a play-off place in League Two after beating Notts County.
  
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• Nottinghamshire v Sussex: Visitors lose 17 wickets in the day to suffer innings defeat

  22-04-2017 19:24 via bbc.co.uk
  
  Sussex lose 17 wickets to go down to an innings defeat inside two days against Nottinghamshire at Trent Bridge.
  
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• Stevenage 0-1 Mansfield Town

  22-04-2017 19:12 via bbc.co.uk
  
  Danny Rose scores as Mansfield Town beat Stevenage to keep their League Two play-off hopes alive.
  
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• European Championships: Medals for Ellie Downie & Courtney Tulloch

  22-04-2017 19:07 via bbc.co.uk
  
  British gymnast Ellie Downie claims vault silver and uneven bars bronze, while Courtney Tulloch wins rings silver at the European Championships.
  
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• MattDavies published Nottingham Forest move THREE points clear of Championship...

  22-04-2017 19:03
  
  Nottingham Forest are three points above the Championship relegation zone with two games to go after beating Reading 3-2 on Saturday. The Reds, who go to QPR next Saturday, took a huge step towards survival after their precious win at the City Ground was combined with Blackburn Rovers drawing 0-0 with Wolves. Forest moved up one place to 20th as they climbed above free-falling Birmingham City, who face Aston Villa on Sunday in their first game under Harry Redknapp.
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• Luton Town 3 Notts County 1: Magpies player ratings - Nottingham Post

  22-04-2017 18:58
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  Notts County were beaten 3-1 at Luton on Saturday. Here's how Leigh Curtis rated the Magpies. Adam Collin: The honest professional that he is means he will go away asking whether he could have done more for the first two goals. Claimed plenty of crosses.and more »
  
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• Three people arrested after stabbing outside McDonald's - Nottingham Post

  22-04-2017 18:48
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  Three people arrested after stabbing outside McDonald's
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  Two teenage boys and a woman have been arrested after a man was stabbed outside a McDonald's in the early hours of the morning. Police and paramedics were called to Station Road in Langley Mill between 12.45am and 1am on Saturday (April 22) after ...and more »
  
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• Leigh_Curtis published Luton Town 3 Notts County 1: Magpies player ratings

  22-04-2017 18:40
  
  Notts County were beaten 3-1 at Luton on Saturday. Here's how Leigh Curtis rated the Magpies.Adam Collin: The honest professional that he is means he will go away asking whether he could have done more for the first two goals. Claimed plenty of crosses. Rating: 6/10Josh Clackstone: Still looks a bit raw and looked uncertain defensively, distribution wasn't the best either, but he will get better. 5/10Richard Duffy: Made some important challenges, but running of Danny Hylton kept him very busy...
  
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• Leigh_Curtis published Luton Town 2 Notts County 1: Magpies player ratings

  22-04-2017 18:40
  
  Notts County were beaten 2-1 at Luton on Saturday. Here's how Leigh Curtis rated the Magpies.Adam Collin: The honest professional that he is means he will go away asking whether he could have done more for the goals. Claimed plenty of crosses. Rating: 6/10Josh Clackstone: Still looks a bit raw and looked uncertain defensively, distribution wasn't the best either, but he will get better. 5/10Richard Duffy: Made some important challenges, but running of Danny Hylton kept him very busy throughout..
  
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• Leigh_Curtis commented Luton Town 3 Notts County 1: Magpies player ratings

  22-04-2017 18:40
  
  Notts County were beaten 3-1 at Luton on Saturday. Here's how Leigh Curtis rated the Magpies.Adam Collin: The honest professional that he is means he will go away asking whether he could have done more for the first two goals. Claimed plenty of crosses. Rating: 6/10Josh Clackstone: Still looks a bit raw and looked uncertain defensively, distribution wasn't the best either, but he will get better. 5/10Richard Duffy: Made some important challenges, but running of Danny Hylton kept him very busy...
  
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• laurahammond published Three people arrested after stabbing outside McDonald's

  22-04-2017 18:40
  
  Two teenage boys and a woman have been arrested after a man was stabbed outside a McDonald's in the early hours of the morning.Police and paramedics were called to Station Road in Langley Mill between 12.45am and 1am on Saturday (April 22) after reports of a stabbing.After the incident, a 37-year-old man was taken to Queen's Medical Centre with non-life threatening injuries.Read more: Aspley murder probe: Residents 'shocked but not surprised' after death of boy, 14Derbyshire Constabulary has...
  
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• Nottingham Forest 3-2 Reading

  22-04-2017 18:37 via bbc.co.uk
  
  Nottingham Forest all but end Reading's automatic promotion hopes with a win that boosts their Championship survival bid.
  
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• Nottmtails published Britt Assombalonga 'back to best' for Nottingham Forest AND...

  22-04-2017 18:30
  
  Nottingham Forest moved three points clear of the relegation zone in the Championship with a dramatic 3-2 win over Reading at the City Ground. Here's how we rated every Reds player in the victory. Jordan Smith: Made one first half save to deny Lewis Grabban. Had little else to do until the second half, when Reading staged their fightback to ensure a nervous finish. Could do little about the goals. Rating: 7/10 Eric Lichaj: Was a calm head in the final stages, when Reading threatened to ruin...
  
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• Nottmtails commented Britt Assombalonga 'back to best' for Nottingham Forest AND...

  22-04-2017 18:30
  
  Nottingham Forest moved three points clear of the relegation zone in the Championship with a dramatic 3-2 win over Reading at the City Ground. Here's how we rated every Reds player in the victory. Jordan Smith: Made one first half save to deny Lewis Grabban. Had little else to do until the second half, when Reading staged their fightback to ensure a nervous finish. Could do little about the goals. Rating: 7/10 Eric Lichaj: Was a calm head in the final stages, when Reading threatened to ruin...
  
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• Nottingham Forest 3-2 Reading - BBC Sport

  22-04-2017 18:26
  
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  Britt Assombalonga boosted Nottingham Forest's survival hopes with two goals against a Reading side whose ambitions for automatic promotion were all but ended at the City Ground. Assombalonga put Forest up with a flicked finish past Ali Al-Habsi after ...
  'Genuinely excited for next season after that' - Nottingham Forest fans react to win over ReadingNottingham Post
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• Leigh_Curtis commented Notts County strike first but Luton Town secure League Two...

  22-04-2017 18:20
  
  Ten man Luton Town secured their place in the League Two play-offs as they overcame Notts County at Kenilworth Road.The Magpies had taken the lead after just six minutes when Elliott Hewitt struck a tremendous volley from 13 yards that flew past Stuart Moore.But after Dan Potts had hit the side netting, Luton were level when Danny Hylton produced a thunderous drive which Adam Collin did well to keep out.Ollie Palmer was the quickest to the rebound however and his flying header went in despite...
  
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• laurahammond published Woman seen drinking behind the wheel is charged by police

  22-04-2017 17:58
  
  A woman has been charged with drink-driving after volunteer officers spotted her sipping from a glass while she was behind the wheel.Emma Spooner, of Johnson Avenue, Hucknall, was arrested by Nottinghamshire Police in the early hours of this morning (April 22).Read more: 'Playful' two-year-old locks their mum out of the houseSpecial Constables saw her drinking what they believed was alcohol from a glass while driving along Hucknall Road in Bulwell.The 32-year-old failed a roadside breath test...
  
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• Sarah_Clapson published Britt Assombalonga hits double as Nottingham Forest claim...

  22-04-2017 17:50
  
  Nottingham Forest gave their survival hopes a huge boost with a massive 3-2 victory over promotion-hopefuls Reading on a dramatic afternoon at the City Ground. The Reds went 3-0 up, courtesy of Britt Assombalonga netting either side of the break and Mustapha Carayol capping a fine performance with a goal before the hour. But they threatened to let that lead slip as two from Yann Kermorgant put the Royals right back in it. Thanks to some last-ditch defending, they managed to see out a tense...
  
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• Sarah_Clapson commented Britt Assombalonga hits double as Nottingham Forest claim...

  22-04-2017 17:50
  
  Nottingham Forest gave their survival hopes a huge boost with a massive 3-2 victory over promotion-hopefuls Reading on a dramatic afternoon at the City Ground. The Reds went 3-0 up, courtesy of Britt Assombalonga netting either side of the break and Mustapha Carayol capping a fine performance with a goal before the hour. But they threatened to let that lead slip as two from Yann Kermorgant put the Royals right back in it. Thanks to some last-ditch defending, they managed to see out a tense...
  
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• laurahammond published Supermarket giant recalls vegetables over metal fears

  22-04-2017 17:41
  
  Morrisons has recalled certain batches of its own brand Trimmed Beans over fears they may contain metal.Packets weighing 170g have been pulled from the shelves and customers are being urged to return any affected batches in exchange for a full refund.The recalled packets have 'display until' dates of April 22, April 23 and April 24.Read more: Police close A60 after serious crashA statement issued by Morrisons said: "As a precautionary measure, we are recalling the above product as there is...
  
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• Chris Lawrence leaves Nottingham Panthers as Brad Moran retires - Nottingham Post

  22-04-2017 17:24
  
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  Chris Lawrence leaves Nottingham Panthers as Brad Moran retires
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  Chris Lawrence has become the latest player to leave Nottingham Panthers, while captain Brad Moran has announced his retirement. Popular Canadian forward Lawrence took to Twitter on Saturday to thank his team-mates and the fans for their support.
  
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• laurahammond published Crowds get in the spirit at Nottingham's second Gin Festival

  22-04-2017 17:15
  
  Gin lovers from across the region flocked to Nottingham for a festival celebrating the spirit and its rich history. The Gin Festival returned to Nottingham Conference Centre, in Burton Street, for a second time this weekend. The festival is the largest of its kind and sold out instantly when tickets went on sale in November last year.Around 4,500 people were expected to turn out for the two-day event, where more than 100 types of gin were on offer. The conference centre was turned into...
  
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• Crowds get in the spirit at Nottingham's second Gin Festival ... - Nottingham Post

  22-04-2017 17:15
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  Gin lovers from across the region flocked to Nottingham for a festival celebrating the spirit and its rich history. The Gin Festival returned to Nottingham ...and more »
  
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• MattDavies published Chris Lawrence leaves Nottingham Panthers as Brad Moran retires

  22-04-2017 17:05
  
  Chris Lawrence has become the latest player to leave Nottingham Panthers, while captain Brad Moran has announced his retirement.Popular Canadian forward Lawrence took to Twitter on Saturday to thank his team-mates and the fans for their support.He said: "Would like to thank my team-mates and Panther fans for the memories over the past few seasons! #takecarethenbyebyenow"Lawrence first joined Panthers in 2014, scoring 52 points from 51 Elite League games in his first season.After brief...
  
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• laurahammond published Police close A60 after serious crash

  22-04-2017 17:02
  
  A busy Nottinghamshire road has been closed following a serious crash involving two cars. The A60 Mansfield Road is closed in both directions south of Ravenshead, between Forest Lane and Kighill Lane.
  Read more: Mystery surrounds large scale armed police operation in NottinghamA60 Mansfield Road closed Mansfield bound at Forest Lane.— Michaela Atkins (@MichaelaAtkins1) April 22, 2017 The crash happened at around 12.25pm today (Saturday, April 22). Nottinghamshire Police...
  
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• MattDavies published Nottinghamshire director of cricket Mick Newell registered to...

  22-04-2017 16:20
  
  Nottinghamshire director of cricket Mick Newell could be called into emergency action to play for the club's Academy team in the Notts Premier League this season.The 52-year-old has been registered to cover for any possible - and desperate - player shortages on Saturdays during the summer.While the first team squad is brimming with players, the Academy could find themselves stretched on occasion. They have students in their squad and could also be without young prospects who have climbed the...
  
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• MattDavies published Nottinghamshire offered a dozen replacements for James Pattinson...

  22-04-2017 15:40
  
  Mick Newell says he has been offered up to a dozen players to replace James Pattinson, but Nottinghamshire may yet decide to go with what they have. Pattinson has been called up to Australia's Champions Trophy squad on the back of his stunning form for Notts and Victoria, meaning he will leave Trent Bridge on May 16, well ahead of his scheduled departure at the end of June. Director of cricket Newell has spent the last few days making and taking calls from around the world to find the best...
  
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• DanRussell published Aspley murder probe: 14-year-old named locally as tributes pour...

  22-04-2017 15:36
  
  A teenager who died in Aspley on Thursday night has been named locally by friends.Nottinghamshire Police were called to Tenbury Crescent, in Aspley, at around 10pm on Thursday to a report that a male had collapsed and was believed to be suffering from a cardiac arrest.The 14-year-old, who has been named locally as Reece Seagrave, was taken to the Queen's Medical Centre by ambulance where he was pronounced dead.Read more: Mystery surrounds large scale armed police operation in NottinghamA tribute
  
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• isaacashe published Aspley murder probe: Residents 'shocked but not surprised' after...

  22-04-2017 15:29
  
  Residents on an Aspley estate have reacted to the 'shocking' death of a 14-year-old which has seen a murder investigation launched.The teenager, named locally as Reece Seagrave, was taken to Queen's Medical Centre in Nottingham after police responded to reports that at around 10pm on Thursday a male had collapsed in Tenbury Crescent and was believed to be suffering from a cardiac arrest.Reece died at QMC, and detectives investigating the death have now arrested a 17-year-old male on suspicion of
  
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• Nottingham Post published Shaun Murphy backs Ronnie O'Sullivan to win World Championship...

  22-04-2017 15:24
  
  Shaun Murphy believes he was beaten by the 2017 Betfred World Championship winner after his bid for a second Crucible crown ended at the hands of Ronnie O'Sullivan.The Nottingham-based cueman succumbed to a 13-7 second round defeat as key shots deserted him at the wrong time in Sheffield.Resuming 10-6 behind in the best-of-25 encounter, Murphy picked up the second frame of the session, but breaks of 67, 111 and 55 saw O'Sullivan through to his 18th Crucible quarter-final.And that form and...
  
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• JonPritchard published Local candidate needed for Nottingham North, says outgoing MP...

  22-04-2017 15:18
  
  On the day he announced he would not be standing in the forthcoming election, Nottingham North MP Graham Allen reiterated his passion for the local area.Standing in the middle of a busy Bulwell town centre on Saturday afternoon, he spoke with supporters and residents about his decision to stand down due to ill health.An ankle operation and other periods of health problems means the 64-year-old has reluctantly decided not to stand in the general election on May 8.Read more: Nottingham MP to step.
  
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• Sarah_Clapson published Nottingham Forest boss Mark Warburton turns to Britt Assombalonga...

  22-04-2017 15:04
  
  Striker Britt Assombalonga returned to the Nottingham Forest team for the Reds' crunch clash with Reading at the City Ground.Boss Mark Warburton made two changes to the side which lost 1-0 at Cardiff City on Monday, and looked to have reverted to a three-man defence against the Royals.With three games of the season to go, the Reds headed into the match sat just one point above the relegation zone, and Warburton turned to Assombalonga – the club's leading scorer – in a bid to help...
  
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• Sarah_Clapson commented Nottingham Forest boss Mark Warburton turns to Britt Assombalonga...

  22-04-2017 15:04
  
  Striker Britt Assombalonga returned to the Nottingham Forest team for the Reds' crunch clash with Reading at the City Ground.Boss Mark Warburton made two changes to the side which lost 1-0 at Cardiff City on Monday, and looked to have reverted to a three-man defence against the Royals.With three games of the season to go, the Reds headed into the match sat just one point above the relegation zone, and Warburton turned to Assombalonga – the club's leading scorer – in a bid to help...
  
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• Temperatures set to plummet in Nottingham | Nottingham Post - Nottingham Post

  22-04-2017 14:21
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  It is the middle of Spring and many of us are hopeful for some warmer weather setting in - but don't get your hopes up just yet. The Met Office predicts that ...and more »
  
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• Mystery surrounds large scale armed police operation in Nottingham ... - Nottingham Post

  22-04-2017 14:13
  
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  Mystery surrounds large scale armed police operation in Nottingham ...
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  Armed police cordoned off a Nottingham street for several hours this morning while an operation was carried out - but it is not known why. At around 8.30am ...and more »
  
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