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• DaveWhitfield published Arrests in murder inquiry after police cordon off Basford road

  13-05-2017 23:12
  
  Three men have been arrested following a police search in Basford on Saturday evening.At least five police cars were seen at the incident at the junction of Radford Road and North Gate. Police said a property was being searched to assist another force.Read more: Operations cancelled at King's Mill Hospital after NHS hackNottinghamshire Police have now revealed that all three men were arrested in connection with an ongoing murder investigation in South Yorkshire.One man was arrested on suspicion.
  
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• European Championships: Ed Wright takes silver for GB in Marseille

  13-05-2017 22:56 via bbc.co.uk
  
  Ed Wright secures Finn silver for Great Britain at the European Championship in Marseille, as compatriot Ben Cornish takes bronze.
  
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• Former Nottingham Forest duo still dreaming of Wembley with Reading after draw with Fulham - Nottingham Post

  13-05-2017 22:40
  
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  Former Nottingham Forest stars Chris Gunter and Garath McCleary are still dreaming of Wembley after Reading drew their Championship play-off semi-final first leg at Fulham, 1-1. The hosts dominated at Craven Cottage but had only Tom Cairney's header to ...and more »
  
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• MattDavies published Former Nottingham Forest duo still dreaming of Wembley with...

  13-05-2017 22:16
  
  Former Nottingham Forest stars Chris Gunter and Garath McCleary are still dreaming of Wembley after Reading drew their Championship play-off semi-final first leg at Fulham, 1-1. The hosts dominated at Craven Cottage but had only Tom Cairney's header to show for their efforts. Reading had taken the lead through Jordan Obita, but after Cairney equalised they had to withstand a second-half onslaught. They survived the final ten minutes with ten men after captain Paul McShane was sent...
  
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• MattDavies commented Former Nottingham Forest duo still dreaming of Wembley with...

  13-05-2017 22:16
  
  Former Nottingham Forest stars Chris Gunter and Garath McCleary are still dreaming of Wembley after Reading drew their Championship play-off semi-final first leg at Fulham, 1-1. The hosts dominated at Craven Cottage but had only Tom Cairney's header to show for their efforts. Reading had taken the lead through Jordan Obita, but after Cairney equalised they had to withstand a second-half onslaught. They survived the final ten minutes with ten men after captain Paul McShane was sent...
  
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• Armed police spotted in Nottingham road | Nottingham Post - Nottingham Post

  13-05-2017 22:12
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  Part of a road was cordoned off for more than two hours as police carried out a search. Armed police were seen on Radford Road in Basford, outside what is ...and more »
  
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• Nottingham Forest must not repeat the mistake of signing 'overpaid ... - Nottingham Post

  13-05-2017 22:01
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  Post columnist Kenny Burns says Nottingham Forest must not repeat the mistakes of last summer and instead should buy British players with strong characters.and more »
  
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• Nottingham Post published Nottingham Forest must not repeat the mistake of signing...

  13-05-2017 21:08
  
  Post columnist Kenny Burns says Nottingham Forest must not repeat the mistakes of last summer and instead should buy British players with strong characters. I hated the game against Ipswich last Sunday. I don't ever want to see Nottingham Forest in that position again. To make sure that does not happen this squad needs a major overhaul. Like I said last week, they need to clear out the dead wood and that means eight to ten players going. This is when the club need to get their transfer...
  
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• Nottingham Post commented Nottingham Forest must not repeat the mistake of signing...

  13-05-2017 21:08
  
  Post columnist Kenny Burns says Nottingham Forest must not repeat the mistakes of last summer and instead should buy British players with strong characters. I hated the game against Ipswich last Sunday. I don't ever want to see Nottingham Forest in that position again. To make sure that does not happen this squad needs a major overhaul. Like I said last week, they need to clear out the dead wood and that means eight to ten players going. This is when the club need to get their transfer...
  
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• rachelgorman published Armed police spotted in Nottingham road

  13-05-2017 20:33
  
  Part of a road was cordoned off for more than two hours as police carried out a search. Armed police were seen on Radford Road in Basford, outside what is believed to be an apartment block near the Selco builders' warehouse.At least five police cars were at the scene, at the junction of North Gate, near to the Horse and Groom pub.The incident started at about 6pm on Saturday, and the road was cordoned off until around 8.10pm.Nearby residents reported seeing police with a battering ram. There was
  
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• Who has been fined for not paying their tram fare? - Nottingham Post

  13-05-2017 18:57
  
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  Who has been fined for not paying their tram fare?
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  The Nottingham Express Transit system has strict rules for people who don't pare their fare. If you travel without a valid ticket, pass or smartcard you will be issued with a £50 Penalty Fare Notice. If you are issued a Penalty Fare Notice you have to ...
  
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• RachelGorman published Corrie star celebrates celebrity football match goal with classic...

  13-05-2017 18:49
  
  When soap star Liam Bairstow scored the equaliser at today's charity football match he couldn't resist paying tribute to his team mate Kevin Nolan - choosing to crack out the Notts County gaffer's signature chicken dance goal celebration. "You can put that on Soccer AM," said the actor, known for his turn playing Alex Warner in ITV's Coronation Street. Nolan, who was one of a host of footballers and celebrities to take to the pitch at Basford United's ground in aid of Awareness for...
  
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• Nottingham Post published Kenny Burns delighted for Chris Cohen but baffled how Michael...

  13-05-2017 18:34
  
  Nottingham Forest legend Kenny Burns says he is delighted Chris Cohen has signed a new one-year deal, but he is baffled as to Michael Mancienne is still at the club. I'm pleased Chris Cohen has signed a new one-year deal at Forest. He deserves it given his service to the club and what he can still do on the pitch. Given his injury record I'm always going to worry about him being able to play a large number of games. You always worry he's going to have another terrible knee injury. You...
  
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• Nottingham Post commented Kenny Burns delighted for Chris Cohen but baffled how Michael...

  13-05-2017 18:34
  
  Nottingham Forest legend Kenny Burns says he is delighted Chris Cohen has signed a new one-year deal, but he is baffled as to Michael Mancienne is still at the club. I'm pleased Chris Cohen has signed a new one-year deal at Forest. He deserves it given his service to the club and what he can still do on the pitch. Given his injury record I'm always going to worry about him being able to play a large number of games. You always worry he's going to have another terrible knee injury. You...
  
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• DaveWhitfield published When is the last date to register to vote in the general...

  13-05-2017 18:28
  
  The general election takes place in less than four weeks' time - and if you want to vote you only have a limited time to register.If you're aged 18 or over on election day and a British citizen (or an Irish or Commonwealth citizen resident here) then you can vote on June 8, but you have to be registered.And it has been announced that you must register by May 22 if you want to vote in the upcoming election.To register, you need to visit here and then follow the instructions.You'll need your...
  
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• rsherdley commented Who has been fined for not paying their tram fare?

  13-05-2017 18:01
  
  The Nottingham Express Transit system has strict rules for people who don't pare their fare.If you travel without a valid ticket, pass or smartcard you will be issued with a £50 Penalty Fare Notice. If you are issued a Penalty Fare Notice you have to pay this within 22 days. If you don't, a reminder notice will be sent after 14 days - and after that there could be court action.Here's a round-up of the latest people to be hit with fines and court charges by magistrates in Nottingham.Carl...
  
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• DaveWhitfield published A46 reopens near Nottinghamshire County Show after serious...

  13-05-2017 17:19
  
  An eight-mile stretch of the A46 was closed in one direction for around two hours due to a serious collision. The section of closed road began right outside the Newark Showground, where the Nottinghamshire County Show is being held this weekend.
  Read more: Car crashes outside city centre pubThe road was closed northbound between the junction with the A1133 and the junction with the A1434, and Lincolnshire Police are on the scene.The AA reported the accident at 4.20pm, and the road reopened...
  
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• DaveWhitfield published A46 closed near Nottinghamshire County Show due to serious...

  13-05-2017 17:19
  
  An eight-mile stretch of the A46 has been closed in one direction due to a serious collision. The section of closed road begins right outside the Newark Showground, where the Nottinghamshire County Show is being held this weekend.
  Read more: Car crashes outside city centre pubThe road is closed northbound between the junction with the A1133 and the junction with the A1434, and Lincolnshire Police are on the scene.#A46 n/b between #A1133 #Winthorpe and #A1434 nr #NorthHykeham -...
  
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• Fresh footprints confirm that Bella and Blake are still together - Nottingham Post

  13-05-2017 17:03
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  Fresh footprints confirm that Bella and Blake are still together
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  Tracker dogs have picked up a fresh scent this morning of a missing lamb and border collie - while footprints seem to indicate they are still together. Orphaned lamb Bella and her best friend, a border collie named Blake, went missing from a garden in ...and more »
  
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• MattDavies published Nottingham Forest big fat quiz of the season 2016/17

  13-05-2017 17:02
  
  Another season is over and we want to test just how much you remember of 2016/17 for Nottingham Forest.From Philippe Montanier's signings, to the fastest goal, to Ben Brereton's breakthrough, we are asking how much you remember.It was a season which began in August under the club's first foreign coach as Forest beat Burton Albion 4-3. It became a stormy campaign from there with the Reds ultimately only staying up on the last day.Simply take the quiz below to put yourself to the...
  
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• Nottingham Post published Lib Dems say they would legalise cannabis - and even let clubs...

  13-05-2017 16:58
  
  It would be a bold move - but the Liberal Democrats say they would completely legalise cannabis and allow it onto the open market if they won the general election.The party would even let shops and social clubs sell the drug, raising up to £1billion in tax.They are thought to be the first major political party to campaign on a platform of legalising cannabis, something the Government has refused to do.The manifesto will pledge to "break the grip of criminal gangs" by introducing...
  
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• Nottingham Post commented Lib Dems say they would legalise cannabis - and even let clubs...

  13-05-2017 16:58
  
  It would be a bold move - but the Liberal Democrats say they would completely legalise cannabis and allow it onto the open market if they won the general election.The party would even let shops and social clubs sell the drug, raising up to £1billion in tax.They are thought to be the first major political party to campaign on a platform of legalising cannabis, something the Government has refused to do.The manifesto will pledge to "break the grip of criminal gangs" by introducing...
  
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• How not updating your driving licence could cost you £1,000 ... - Nottingham Post

  13-05-2017 16:13
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  How not updating your driving licence could cost you £1,000 ...
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  If you've changed your name or address since you got your driving licence, and you haven't updated your details, then you could be in for a hefty fine. Millions of ...and more »
  
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• Your amazing photos of the Notts tornado - Nottingham Post

  13-05-2017 16:07
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  Your amazing photos of the Notts tornado
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  It's not often a tornado arrives in our area - and when it does it's worth getting a decent photo of it. All these photos below were taken on Friday evening and were sent to the Nottingham Post's Facebook page. Some show a largely funnel-shaped tornado ...
  
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• HannahMitch published Fresh footprints confirm that Bella and Blake are still together

  13-05-2017 16:04
  
  Tracker dogs have picked up a fresh scent this morning of a missing lamb and border collie - while footprints seem to indicate they are still together.Orphaned lamb Bella and her best friend, a border collie named Blake, went missing from a garden in Perlethorpe, on Monday, May 8.The search for the pair has been taking place since that day, and there was encouraging news from this Saturday morning's hunt.Owner Natalie Haywood told the Post today: "We've been out since 5am with tracker dogs...
  
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• Nottingham Post published How not updating your driving licence could cost you £1,000

  13-05-2017 15:55
  
  If you've changed your name or address since you got your driving licence, and you haven't updated your details, then you could be in for a hefty fine.Millions of motorists in the UK are running the risk of a £1,000 penalty for driving with outdated information.If you've moved house or married since you originally applied, and since failed to change the document's registered details, you could unwittingly breaking the law.And it's estimated that as many as seven per cent of British...
  
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• HannahMitch published Over one hundred people took part in a mass meditation in Old...

  13-05-2017 15:38
  
  A mass meditation took place in Old Market Square today to raise awareness about inner health and mindfulness.The meditation was led by Sarah McLean, a meditation teacher and author from Arizona, who has been teaching meditation and mindfulness for more than 20 years.More than one hundred people took part in the event and stalls and classes were available throughout the whole day to improve self-awareness, reduce people's reliance on medication and improve mental well being. Sarah McLean, the...
  
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• Mark Warburton praises 'first class' Nottingham Forest assistant boss ... - Nottingham Post

  13-05-2017 15:32
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  Mark Warburton has praised the influence of his right-hand man David Weir after the pair guided Nottingham Forest to Championship survival. Former Rangers ...
  This £4.25m-rated striker can return to Nottingham Forest and fire ...Football League Worldall 8 news articles »
  
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• Could ex-Nottingham Forest defender lead Cardiff Met University to ... - Nottingham Post

  13-05-2017 15:19
  
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  Could ex-Nottingham Forest defender lead Cardiff Met University to ...
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  Forget endless hours of revision and summer balls, Cardiff Metropolitan University's footballers have bigger things on their minds right now - playing in next ...and more »
  
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• DaveWhitfield published Your amazing photos of the Notts tornado

  13-05-2017 15:04
  
  It's not often a tornado arrives in our area - and when it does it's worth getting a decent photo of it.All these photos below were taken on Friday evening and were sent to the Nottingham Post's Facebook page.Some show a largely funnel-shaped tornado, while others seem to indicate a broader swathe of cloud lying very low.Read more: 'The barbecue went through the air': Notts tornado causes havocLamara Henry took both these photos below, commenting: "I managed to capture some amazing...
  
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• Barry_Cooper published Could ex-Nottingham Forest defender lead Cardiff Met University...

  13-05-2017 14:38
  
  Forget endless hours of revision and summer balls, Cardiff Metropolitan University's footballers have bigger things on their minds right now - playing in next season's Europa League. For Cardiff Met FC are just 90 minutes away from crowning the most remarkable rise in Welsh football at Bangor on Saturday and could be coached there by former Nottingham Forest defender Christian Edwards. Five years ago Met were playing in the third division of the Welsh League and had Newport Civil Service and...
  
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• Barry_Cooper commented Could ex-Nottingham Forest defender lead Cardiff Met University...

  13-05-2017 14:38
  
  Forget endless hours of revision and summer balls, Cardiff Metropolitan University's footballers have bigger things on their minds right now - playing in next season's Europa League. For Cardiff Met FC are just 90 minutes away from crowning the most remarkable rise in Welsh football at Bangor on Saturday and could be coached there by former Nottingham Forest defender Christian Edwards. Five years ago Met were playing in the third division of the Welsh League and had Newport Civil Service and...
  
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• DaveWhitfield published 'The barbecue went through the air': Notts tornado causes havoc

  13-05-2017 14:22
  
  The impact of tornado which hit Notts on Friday evening has been revealed as homeowners assess the damage to their properties.Stapleford was hardest hit by the freak weather event, although it was also seen in other areas west of the city.Stewart Southam, a paint shop manager, was in the garden of the home he shares with wife Helen in Frederick Road in the town when the tornado struck at about 7.15pm.The 52-year-old said: "It was surreal. We heard this noise like a low-flying aircraft, and...
  
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• DaveWhitfield commented 'The barbecue went through the air': Notts tornado causes havoc

  13-05-2017 14:22
  
  The impact of tornado which hit Notts on Friday evening has been revealed as homeowners assess the damage to their properties. Stapleford was hardest hit by the freak weather event, although it was also seen in other areas west of the city.
  Read more: Your amazing photos of the tornadoStewart Southam, a paint shop manager, was in the garden of the home he shares with wife Helen in Frederick Road in the town when the tornado struck at about 7.15pm. The 52-year-old said: "It was...
  
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• Barry_Cooper published Mark Warburton praises 'first class' Nottingham Forest assistant...

  13-05-2017 13:41
  
  Mark Warburton has praised the influence of his right-hand man David Weir after the pair guided Nottingham Forest to Championship survival. Former Rangers captain Weir joined Warburton in March when the duo were appointed at the City Ground prior to the 2-2 draw with Derby County and have been side-by-side as the Reds secured safety last Sunday with a thumping 3-0 win over Ipswich.Weir has been by Warburton's side throughout his managerial career and the pair are now plotting the summer...
  
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• RachelGorman published What to expect from new Broadmarsh cinema The Light - including...

  13-05-2017 13:10
  
  Waffles, organic hot dogs and craft beer will be served up alongside blockbusters at the new nine-screen multiplex planned as part of the intu Broadmarsh redevelopment. The Light - a cinema chain with nine venues across the UK including Cambridge and New Brighton - will open in the revamped shopping centre within the next three years. Although designs for the big screens and cafe have yet to be finalised, the developers have confirmed that film fans can look forward to 1,000 fully reclining...
  
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• RachelGorman commented Family pubs with children's play areas in and around Nottingham

  13-05-2017 13:00
  
  From soft play kid zones to swings, slides and sea-saws, there's plenty to keep the little ones out of trouble at these family pubs as the weather starts to get warmer (you may even be able to enjoy a quick half).Here's our guide to kid friendly pubs in and around Nottingham. The Beekeeper, Beeston Where? Meadow Lane, Beeston, Nottingham NG9 5AEWhat? Beer garden, Sky Sports and free wifi are all on offer at this family boozer located in between the A6005 and A52.Opening hours:...
  
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• Met Office confirms a tornado hit Notts on Friday | Nottingham Post - Nottingham Post

  13-05-2017 12:53
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  Met Office confirms a tornado hit Notts on Friday | Nottingham Post
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  A tornado swept through parts of Nottinghamshire on Friday night leaving a wake of loose tiles and debris in its path. The damage was worst in Stapleford, but ...and more »
  
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• Barry_Cooper published ​Championship news: Who does Derby County boss Gary Rowett think...

  13-05-2017 12:34
  
  It's been a strange old year for Derby County manager Gary Rowett. The 43-year-old began the season at Birmingham City, before being sacked in December with the Blues seventh and just a place outside the top six. A stint working for Sky Sports followed before being lined up to take over at Nottingham Forest pending the completion of John Jay Moores' takeover. That move never materialised and he ended up replacing the sacked Steve McClaren at Pride Park, with his first game somewhat...
  
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• HannahMitch published Met Office confirms a tornado hit Notts on Friday

  13-05-2017 12:00
  
  A tornado swept through parts of Nottinghamshire on Friday night leaving a wake of loose tiles and debris in its path. The damage was worst in Stapleford, but the tornado was also seen in other parts of the county. A Met Office spokesman said: "It could have been a funnel cloud or tornado, but the evidence suggests it was a tornado, due to the damage. There were heavy showers passing through the area at the same time."More on this: 'The barbecue went through the air': Notts...
  
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• DaveWhitfield published Operations cancelled at King's Mill Hospital after NHS hack

  13-05-2017 11:58
  
  Routine operations at King's Mill Hospital today have been cancelled in the wake of the NHS hacking attack.At least 30 health service organisations in England and Scotland were infiltrated by malicious software on Friday.Sherwood Forest Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust - which runs King's Mill Hospital, Newark Hospital and Mansfield Community Hospital - was not directly affected, but shut down its computer systems as a precaution.Planned operations this weekend - a total of four - have been...
  
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• Barry_Cooper published 'I'm proud' to play for DR Congo says Nottingham Forest star...

  13-05-2017 11:26
  
  Britt Assombalonga has once again spoken of his desire to play international football for DR Congo, admitting his pride at being from the African country. The Nottingham Forest frontman fired his team to Championship safety on Sunday, scoring a brace in a 3-0 win over Ipswich which kept the Reds in the second tier. Forest's top scorer with 14 goals in just 32 games this term rejected the chance to play in the Africa Cup of Nations in January, instead preferring to help his side's relegation...
  
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• Barry_Cooper commented 'I'm proud' to play for DR Congo says Nottingham Forest star...

  13-05-2017 11:26
  
  Britt Assombalonga has once again spoken of his desire to play international football for DR Congo, admitting his pride at being from the African country. The Nottingham Forest frontman fired his team to Championship safety on Sunday, scoring a brace in a 3-0 win over Ipswich which kept the Reds in the second tier. Forest's top scorer with 14 goals in just 32 games this term rejected the chance to play in the Africa Cup of Nations in January, instead preferring to help his side's relegation...
  
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• Nottingham Forest star Jamie Ward named in Northern Ireland training camp in Manchester - Nottingham Post

  13-05-2017 10:55
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  Nottingham Forest star Jamie Ward named in Northern Ireland training camp in Manchester
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  Nottingham Forest's Jamie Ward has been named in Northern Ireland's 18-man training squad ahead of their World Cup qualifier against Azerbaijan next month. Striker Ward played a pivotal role in keeping his club in the Championship, following Sunday's ...
  
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• DaveWhitfield published Dodgy photos on Facebook? New law would get them taken down

  13-05-2017 10:55
  
  Teenagers who are dogged by their youthful indiscretions on social media would be protected by new laws under a Tory government, Theresa May has announced.Under widespread reforms to curb the dangers of the internet, the Prime Minster said sites like Facebook would be forced to wipe the records of users before they turned 18, on request.Web giants will also be warned they face penalties if they fail to do more to stop children accessing harmful content.Read more: Elderly woman tricked into...
  
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• TracyWalker published These pubs are giving away free pints for the rest of the month

  13-05-2017 10:53
  
  Fancy a pint? There are lots of pubs in Nottingham offering free drinks until the end of the month. Watering holes across Nottingham and Nottinghamshire run by Punch - one of the UK's largest pub companies - are running the promotion in partnership with Carling, Stella and Rekorderlig Cider. The offer will run from now until Bank Holiday Monday, May 29 - plenty of time to get supping. Visitors to Punch pubs can claim their free pint on their smartphones or tablets by visiting...
  
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