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• MattJarram published Deputy Labour leader Tom Watson visits Mansfield

  22-05-2017 22:03
  
  Deputy Labour leader Tom Watson was in Mansfield today urging voters to back their local Labour candidate and longstanding MP as the June election draws closer.He came just days after Prime Minister Theresa May came to speak to town workers on May 10.The deputy Labour leader was joined by Sir Alan Meale who will be standing again.The duo took part in a campaign rally before heading out to talk to local people. Nationally the latest polls show the gap is narrowing following the publication of...
  
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• MattJarram commented Man fined for showing buttocks to the police

  22-05-2017 21:14
  
  A reveller was handed a £165 bill for showing his buttocks to a police community support officer in the city. Nottingham Magistrates heard that the incident took place when Leigh Mellott was on Beastmarket Hill when police had been called to halt rowdyism. Read More: Deputy chief talks about her time as police constable"He was warned that he could be arrested and he bent over and exposed his bottom to the officer," said Lee Shepherd, prosecuting. Emma Eardley, mitigating, said...
  
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• Nottingham Post published 'A game players will never forget even if they might wish they...

  22-05-2017 21:07
  
  Peter Moores says Nottinghamshire's players will never forget their draw with Glamorgan – even if they might wish they could.A brilliantly stubborn sixth wicket stand of 226 in 83.1 overs between Colin Ingram and Chris Cooke meant Notts were denied a fourth straight win in the County Championship as they had to settle for 12 points from a draw."They both played really well actually," said head coach Moores. "They'll look back on that as one of the great partnerships."It...
  
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• rsherdley published Jail for drug addict who stole from 83-year-old

  22-05-2017 20:29
  
  A drug addict who targeted an 83-year-old man and stole his cash has been jailed.Liam O'Brien, of no fixed address, took £400 from the pensioner, who had known him since he was a young child.Months later, on March 23, he returned to the man's home, in Doyne Court, The Meadows, and barged his way in when he answered the door.Nottingham Crown Court heard O'Brien's actions caused the man's glasses to dig into his nose, leaving a small cut, and forced back his right arm. O'Brien got away with.
  
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• Tony Fisher death: Robbers jailed for torturing grandad for savings

  22-05-2017 20:26 via bbc.co.uk
  
  The robbers fled with between £10,000 and £14,000 in cash, leaving Tony Fisher to bleed to death.
  
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• rsherdley published Group did not need to kill Tony Fisher for his money - says...

  22-05-2017 19:57
  
  The senior officer who helped to bring Tony Fisher's killers to justice said his body was not found for 16 hours. Speaking after the case,Detective Chief Inspector Hayley Williams said the discovery was only made when Mr Fisher's son brought his young grandson to visit and was faced with the horrific sight of his own dad after he had being murdered in his own home. DCI Williams described Mr Fisher as a decent, hardworking man; a family man who was targeted by a local criminal group - just...
  
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• rodmalcolm published Police worker stole force computer and had access to personal...

  22-05-2017 19:54
  
  A police worker stole an obsolete works computer and was caught two years later when a memory stick turned up, a court heard.
  The memory stick contained information from the Nottinghamshire force including pay slips of intelligence analyst Keith Robson, an employee for 14 years. City magistrates heard that it was found outside an Aldi store and the finder failed to trace the owner. When he opened it at home, he realised it was linked to police and handed it over.
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• MattJarram published Rap video shows convicted killer bragging about stabbing someone...

  22-05-2017 19:53
  
  A convicted killer responsible for the death of a man who was tortured in his home had released a rap video bragging about wanting to stab someone during a burglary. Nathan Barton, 23, who the judge described as one of the junior members of the team, was given a 19-year sentence for manslaughter and 14 years to be served concurrently on the conspiracy to rob charge. WARNING THIS VIDEO CONTAINS GRAPHIC LANGUAGE:The court heard that four men tortured Tony Fisher from Carlton by beating...
  
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• MattJarram commented Rap video shows convicted killer bragging about stabbing someone...

  22-05-2017 19:53
  
  A convicted killer responsible for the death of a man who was tortured in his home had released a rap video bragging about wanting to stab someone during a burglary. Nathan Barton, 23, who the judge described as one of the junior members of the team, was given a 19-year sentence for manslaughter and 14 years to be served concurrently on the conspiracy to rob charge. WARNING THIS VIDEO CONTAINS GRAPHIC LANGUAGE:The court heard that four men tortured Tony Fisher from Carlton by beating...
  
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• HannahMitch commented Primary school's new classroom is caravan donated by scrapyard

  22-05-2017 19:38
  
  A Sneinton primary school has employed a unique approach to solving space issues - by using a caravan donated by scrapyard as a classroom.Sneinton Church of England Primary School, in Windmill Lane, was running out of space to hold one-to-one support sessions for children when they are angry or upset. The school's teaching assistants decided to deal with the problem themselves as there was no money left in the school budget. They came up with a novel idea of using an old caravan as a place...
  
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• Nottingham Post commented Glamorgan duo frustrate Nottinghamshire to force County...

  22-05-2017 19:32
  
  When Nottinghamshire dismissed Glamorgan for 187 in their first innings at the end of the second day - a deficit of 261- they would have been confident of winning their fourth successive County Championship game after being relegated at the end of last season.And with Glamorgan 54 for three, shortly after lunch on the third day, there might have been thoughts of a three day win, but those hopes were thwarted by Colin Ingram and Chris Cooke, who batted throughout the final day to force a draw in.
  
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• MattJarram published Deputy chief talks about her time as police constable

  22-05-2017 19:06
  
  Nottinghamshire Police's deputy chief constable Rachel Barber looks back fondly on her years serving as a police constable as the recruitment drive to appoint more than 80 officers is still underway.She is encouraging people to follow in her footsteps by applying to become a PC with Nottinghamshire Police.Ms Barber, who was appointed DCC last month, served as a PC with South Yorkshire Police from 1988 to 1994, largely out on foot patrol in Sheffield City Centre. She spent 29 years with South...
  
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• MattJarram commented Residents outraged over Victoria Embankment paddling pool's...

  22-05-2017 18:39
  
  Residents are up in arms over the closure of a popular paddling pool at the Victoria Embankment closed during the week. The Victoria Embankment paddling pool will remain open during the school holidays and at weekends but not during the week through term-time.Locals are shocked at Nottingham City Council's plans to close what they describe as "a major attraction" for families in the area which will leave parents and their kids with nowhere to go. Deputy manager of a residential...
  
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• rodmalcolm commented Clifton van man who crashed was drink driving

  22-05-2017 18:33
  
  A van man who crashed through a hedge and into a field was banned from driving for three years. When checked, James Pratt was found well over the legal alcohol limit for motorists, magistrates in Nottingham heard on Monday.Paramedics treated him at the crash scene off Leake Road in Gotham on May 4. When officers arrived, he was still in the driving seat of the Ford Transit.
  Read more: Five men jailed for 100 years in Tony Fisher murder caseLee Shepherd, prosecuting, said: "Whilst...
  
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• £13m fee 'too much' for ex-Nottingham Forest winger Oliver Burke as he is left out by Scotland - Nottingham Post

  22-05-2017 18:21
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  £13m fee 'too much' for ex-Nottingham Forest winger Oliver Burke as he is left out by Scotland
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  Gordon Strachan says Oliver Burke's £13m price tag is proving too much for the former Nottingham Forest man after he was left out of Scotland's squad to play England in a World Cup qualifier on June 10. The 20-year-old left Forest at the end of the ...and more »
  
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• MattDavies commented No EFL action against Huddersfield for weakened team against...

  22-05-2017 18:20
  
  The English Football League will not be taking action against Huddersfield Town for their controversial team selection against Birmingham City on April 29. Huddersfield made 10 changes and lost 2-0, with Birmingham staying up on the final day by two points after beating Bristol City. An EFL statement read: "The EFL board accepts that clubs' primary obligation will always be to themselves, however, there is a significant concern that by adopting this approach it could have a detrimental...
  
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• Glamorgan v Nottinghamshire: Hosts escape with draw after fine batting display

  22-05-2017 18:14 via bbc.co.uk
  
  Colin Ingram and Chris Cooke steer Glamorgan to an unlikely draw against Nottinghamshire after batting out two days.
  
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• MattDavies published £13m fee 'too much' for ex-Nottingham Forest winger Oliver...

  22-05-2017 18:05
  
  Gordon Strachan says Oliver Burke's £13m price tag is proving too much for the former Nottingham Forest man after he was left out of Scotland's squad to play England in a World Cup qualifier on June 10. The 20-year-old left Forest at the end of the last summer transfer window for a Scottish record fee, with German club RB Leipzig his surprise destination. They finished second in their first season in the Bundesliga and although Burke featured in 35 games, the vast majority of those...
  
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• MattDavies commented £13m fee 'too much' for ex-Nottingham Forest winger Oliver...

  22-05-2017 18:05
  
  Gordon Strachan says Oliver Burke's £13m price tag is proving too much for the former Nottingham Forest man after he was left out of Scotland's squad to play England in a World Cup qualifier on June 10. The 20-year-old left Forest at the end of the last summer transfer window for a Scottish record fee, with German club RB Leipzig his surprise destination. They finished second in their first season in the Bundesliga and although Burke featured in 35 games, the vast majority of those...
  
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• rsherdley published Five men jailed for 100 years in Tony Fisher murder case

  22-05-2017 17:32
  
  Two men convicted of murdering Tony Fisher have been given life sentences with minimum terms of 33 years and 25 years by a judge a Nottingham Crown Court.
  Simon Palmer, 43, who was living in Edwin Street, Daybrook, was described by the judge as the ringleader of the conspiracy to rob Mr Fisher at his home in Carlton.
  Read more: Family of Tony Fisher say his killers are 'heartless cowards'The judge gave Palmer (formerly known as Simon Blake) a mandatory life sentence after he was found guilty of.
  
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• rsherdley commented Five men jailed for 100 years in Tony Fisher murder case

  22-05-2017 17:32
  
  Two men convicted of murdering Tony Fisher have been given life sentences with minimum terms of 33 years and 25 years by a judge a Nottingham Crown Court. Simon Palmer, 43, who was living in Edwin Street, Daybrook, was described by the judge as the ringleader of the conspiracy to rob Mr Fisher at his home in Carlton.
  Read more: Family of Tony Fisher say his killers are 'heartless cowards'The judge gave Palmer (formerly known as Simon Blake) a mandatory life sentence after he was found...
  
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• MattDavies published Nottingham Forest may not make better summer signing than David...

  22-05-2017 17:20
  
  Nottingham Forest fans have suggested Mark Warburton will not make a better signing this summer after David Vaughan penned a new one-year deal.The former Wales international, dubbed 'Vaughaniesta' by one supporter on Twitter, has become a popular figure at the City Ground since signing on a free transfer in 2014. The 34-year-old made 33 appearances last season, despite former head coach Philippe Montanier being unconvinced he could play multiple games in a week. Now fans are looking...
  
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• MattDavies commented Nottingham Forest may not make better summer signing than David...

  22-05-2017 17:20
  
  Nottingham Forest fans have suggested Mark Warburton will not make a better signing this summer after David Vaughan penned a new one-year deal.The former Wales international, dubbed 'Vaughaniesta' by one supporter on Twitter, has become a popular figure at the City Ground since signing on a free transfer in 2014. The 34-year-old made 33 appearances last season, despite former head coach Philippe Montanier being unconvinced he could play multiple games in a week. Now fans are looking...
  
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• Channel 4 hit First Dates to be recreated at Nottingham restaurant - Nottingham Post

  22-05-2017 16:54
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  Channel 4 hit First Dates to be recreated at Nottingham restaurant
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  The highs, lows, laughs and loves of hit fly-on-the-wall TV show First Dates will be recreated at a Beeston restaurant - and organisers are offering some free Dutch courage to help diners on their way. The Berliner, in High Road, has received so many ...
  
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• Nottingham Post published Concussion left Elise Christie fearing she wouldn't 'see properly...

  22-05-2017 16:50
  
  Elise Christie has proven herself to be somewhat invincible of late, with three world titles to show for her dominance on the ice.But the Nottingham-based speed skater's latest admission will shock even the hardiest of athletes, showing the lengths to which she will go to achieve the dreams she has for so long been chasing.Having suffered a concussion in January, Christie skipped several World Cups and the European Championships with her sights firmly set on a return at March's World...
  
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• RachelGorman published Channel 4 hit First Dates to be recreated at Nottingham...

  22-05-2017 16:40
  
  The highs, lows, laughs and loves of hit fly-on-the-wall TV show First Dates will be recreated at a Beeston restaurant - and organisers are offering some free Dutch courage to help diners on their way.The Berliner, in High Road, has received so many applications for its non-televised version of the show that staff have considered adding more dates or making it a monthly event.
  The Berliner is hosting a First Dates-style eveningTaking place on Monday, June 19, from 6.30pm to 11pm, matches...
  
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• Barry_Cooper commented EFL brand pitch invasions 'unacceptable' and plan to speak to...

  22-05-2017 16:25
  
  The Football League has branded a pitch invasion by Millwall supporters in Saturday's League One play-off final at Wembley as 'unacceptable,' – and say they will seek to work with clubs and fan groups to stop them happening in the future. A large number of Lions fans invaded the playing surface at the national stadium on the final whistle after Steve Morison's 85th minute winner against Bradford City sealed a return to the Championship after a two-year absence - just as they did at The...
  
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• Woman to be University of Nottingham vice-chancellor for first time ... - Nottingham Post

  22-05-2017 16:23
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  Woman to be University of Nottingham vice-chancellor for first time ...
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  The University of Nottingham has appointed its first female vice-chancellor and president. Professor Shearer West will take up office in October, replacing the ...and more »
  
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• Barry_Cooper published Mark Warburton 'delighted' to keep David Vaughan at Nottingham...

  22-05-2017 16:10
  
  Nottingham Forest boss Mark Warburton has expressed his delight at clinching the signing of David Vaughan on a new deal. Vaughan has been a pivotal performer for Forest this season, playing in every one of Warburton's nine games in charge as the Reds kept their Championship status. The 34-year-old penned a one-year extension to his current deal that expires later this summer, joining Chris Cohen and Michael Mancienne in extending their City Ground stay in recent weeks. Warburton said he...
  
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• DanRobinson published Woman to be University of Nottingham vice-chancellor for first...

  22-05-2017 15:57
  
  The University of Nottingham has appointed its first female vice-chancellor and president.Professor Shearer West will take up office in October, replacing the incumbent Professor Sir David Greenaway after he retires at the end of September.She will be the seventh vice-chancellor in the university's history. Prof West is currently professor of art history, as well as provost and deputy vice-chancellor, at the University of Sheffield."I am honoured to be appointed to the role of...
  
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• laurahammond published General election 2017: Nottingham East candidates answer YOUR...

  22-05-2017 15:44
  
  The candidates for Nottingham East dropped into The Post on Monday (May 22) for the first of a series of live hustings. You wanted to know how the six candidates plan to tackle a number of key issues if they are elected and we put your questions to them during an event broadcast live on our Facebook page. Present for the hustings - chaired by The Post editor Mike Sassi - were Chris Leslie for Labour, Simon Murray for the Conservatives, Barry Holliday for the Liberal Democrats, Kat Boettge...
  
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• NottmPostEG published Nottingham punk veterans Verbal Warning are delivering No Half...

  22-05-2017 15:38
  
  Verbal Warning – one of Nottingham's oldest punk rock bands – release their new album No Half Measures this month.Authentic survivors from the original punk explosion, who still have a lot to say on contemporary issues, Verbal Warning are to release their first new material since 2010's Red Star Radio with No Half Measures, launched at The Lord Roberts pub in Nottingham on May 25.The quartet started gigging around Notts and Derby in 1980 before becoming regulars on the festival...
  
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• Nottingham Post published The Beatles' Sgt Pepper is 50 years old on June 1

  22-05-2017 15:20
  
  "The Beatles spoke to many of us because their songs were about traffic wardens and barber's shops," says Pam Pearce, who remembers the first time she heard Sgt Pepper's Lonely Hearts Club Band, which was released on June 1, 1967In our ordinary suburban home 50 years ago, an extraordinary piece of music was first played on our record player. Sgt Pepper may not be the Beatles' best album – we all like to have a say on that – but for me it was the moment when I...
  
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• JamesPallatt commented David Vaughan 'thrilled' to sign new Nottingham Forest deal

  22-05-2017 15:03
  
  "Thrilled" David Vaughan has set his sights on another crack at the Championship with Nottingham Forest after signing a new one-year deal at the City Ground. And the 34-year-old midfielder has given a hat-trick of reasons why he believes the Reds can do a lot better when next season kicks off in August. Forest only survived in the second tier of English football on goal difference at the end of a turbulent campaign. But Vaughan says some of their performances towards the end of...
  
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• isaacashe published Demolition of Newark fire station gets underway

  22-05-2017 14:59
  
  Work to pull down a Nottinghamshire town's fire station to make way for a new £3.1m facility has begun. A 12-month project started at Newark Fire Station last week with the beginning of demolition work at the building, which is more than 50 years old. Contractors moved onto the Boundary Road site on Monday, May 15, to install perimeter fencing and put in place various health and safety measures, before starting the demolition process on Wednesday, May 17. Read more: Man arrested...
  
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• rodmalcolm commented Drinker bought 'damaged' car at 2.30am and tried to drive it

  22-05-2017 14:34
  
  Teenager Ricardo Adamajtys made a snap decision to buy a car and drove into trouble within yards. It led to a one-year roads ban for the 18-year-old when he faced magistrates in Nottingham today (Monday, May 22) and admitted drink-driving. The JPs heard that Adamajtys had been out with friends and they returned to the Forest Park and Ride off Gregory Boulevard at 2.30am on May 6. One of the group offered to sell him a silver Mazda car, which had "extensive front end damage," said...
  
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• David Vaughan: Nottingham Forest midfielder signs new one-year deal

  22-05-2017 14:29 via bbc.co.uk
  
  Nottingham Forest's 34-year-old midfielder David Vaughan signs a new 12-month contract with the Championship club.
  
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• NottmPostEG published Nottingham Music Scene: One To Watch - The Tangents (they play...

  22-05-2017 14:26
  
  Nottingham indie rock 'n' roll band The Tangents have just released their debut single Forever More with a second called Tonight following soon. Adam Humphreys spoke to them...
  How long have you been performing together?As the current line-up, we've been playing together since last September, however Tom and Angus have been playing in bands together for around 5 years. We are finally sorted with a solid line-up now with Jack on bass and we've been able to crack on with new songs and...
  
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• GemmaToulson commented Family of Tony Fisher say his killers are 'callous, heartless...

  22-05-2017 14:26
  
  The family of a Carlton man who was killed in his own home by a group of men have said he was targeted because the gang 'got wind' that he kept his life savings in the house. Marcus Barton and Simon Palmer were found guilty of murdering Mr Fisher today, Monday, May 22. Jayden-Roberts Barton and Nathan Barton were found guilty of manslaughter but not guilty of murder following a trial at Nottingham Crown Court. They tortured Mr Fisher by beating and stabbing him to give up the keys...
  
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• isaacashe published Policeman who ended up staring down barrel of a rifle commended...

  22-05-2017 14:20
  
  A policeman who ended up in a stand-off with a man pointing a rifle and bayonet at him has been recognised for his bravery.PC Matt Steel was among Nottinghamshire Police officers awarded at a ceremony held at Mansfield Town FC on May 10. In October last year he was called to a flat in Kirkby-in-Ashfield with colleagues after concerns were raised for a man's safety.Read more: Two men guilty of murder of Carlton man Tony FisherAfter receiving no reply to knocking or shouts, the officers forced...
  
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• isaacashe published Man arrested over drugs and firearms offences after gun found

  22-05-2017 14:12
  
  A 21-year-old was arrested after police raided a Nottingham home yesterday. Officers executed a warrantat an address on Tenbury Crescent, Aspley, at around 8.30am on Sunday, May 21.
  Read more: Man found slumped on Nottingham pub table died in hospitalFollowing the search of a house, officers were led to a nearby vehicle where a handgun was recovered. A 21-year-old male was arrested at the scene on suspicion of possession of cannabis and a firearms offence.
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• Barry_Cooper published David Vaughan STAYING at Nottingham Forest as he agrees a new...

  22-05-2017 14:11
  
  Welsh midfielder David Vaughan is the latest Nottingham Forest star to commit his future to the club. The 34-year-old has penned a new one-year deal, and joins Chris Cohen in agreeing to stay at the club under Mark Warburton. Vaughan, who impressed throughout a tough season for Forest, played 33 times, scoring once away to Doncaster in the EFL Cup. That goal was nominated for the Reds goal of the season, which eventually went to Apostolos Vellios' overhead kick in the 2-2 draw at Rotherham...
  
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• DaveWhitfield published Which airlines using East Midlands Airport have the most delayed...

  22-05-2017 14:05
  
  There are six different airlines operating flights from East Midlands Airport - but which of them is the most punctual?The consumer magazine Which? has looked at which are the least and most delayed flights arriving at UK airports (with flights arriving within 15 minutes of the scheduled arrival deemed to be 'on time').And for airlines operating out of East Midlands Airport, the most punctual was Flybe, which has direct flights from EMA to Amsterdam, Belfast, Edinburgh, Glasgow, Jersey and...
  
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• Nottmtails published Joe Worrall hopes to ride crest of a wave with Nottingham Forest...

  22-05-2017 13:05
  
  While many other footballers were jetting off to glamorous corners of the globe like Dubai or Las Vegas for a post-season break, it says everything about the down to earth nature of Joe Worrall that he chose to get some sun closer to home. He enjoyed a break in Cornwall, a little surfing and the chance to assess and reflect, with his family, on what has been a remarkable few months in the life of the defender. Since making his first team debut for Nottingham Forest, the club he supported as...
  
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• RachelGorman published You'll never guess what this David Bowie-inspired outfit is made...

  22-05-2017 13:00
  
  Given David Bowie's love for the unconventional, it seems pretty apt that the designer behind an outfit inspired by the late great icon looked out of the box when it came to its creation.Fifteen thousand drinking straws were individually cut, shaped and attached by Nottingham Trent student Saffron Bramley-Astle to create the asymmetrical jumpsuit as part of her final degree show. Read more: New Wollaton Park cafe given green light to open in old POW hutSaffron, who is studying BA (Hons) Costume.
  
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• Nisha_Mal published Can you pick out the celebrity game faces?

  22-05-2017 13:00
  
  Whether it's on social media or in the news, these days we see and read so much about celebrities that it can feel like we almost know them personally. Checking out their candid holiday selfies on Instagram or seeing magazine snaps of them popping down the shops, we might even get a sense that they'd be fun to hang out with, possibly even chill out on the sofa with some pizza and a few video games.Who hasn't daydreamed about a quick blast of Guitar Hero or Street Fighter with their favourite...
  
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• laurahammond published Nottinghamshire care home celebrates new 'good' rating

  22-05-2017 13:00
  
  A Nottinghamshire care home that was falling below standards has achieved a new 'good' rating.Parkside Nursing Home, in Forest Town, had its rating raised from 'requires improvement' after the Care Quality Commission (CQC) carried out an unannounced inspection on April 26 and 27.An inspection report, published on Friday, May 19, shows that the home was judged to be 'good' in all areas.The report praises the home for making improvements "in all areas" since the CQC's previous visit and...
  
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• Man found slumped on Nottingham pub table died in hospital - Nottingham Post

  22-05-2017 12:49
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  Man found slumped on Nottingham pub table died in hospital
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  A 78-year-old man was found lying on a table at the Roebuck pub in St James's Street in the city centre on Friday, around 5pm. After staff tried to wake him, he was taken to Queen's Medical Centre where he later died.
  
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• DanRobinson published Christmas starts early at historic pudding maker - with 45 new...

  22-05-2017 12:27
  
  Summer might be on its way with sunshine forecast this week – but a pudding maker is already getting ready for Christmas by taking on new staff.Matthew Walker has announced plans to create 45 jobs at its Heanor plant to boost its seasonal production of Christmas cakes.The world's oldest Christmas pudding maker, which was established in the late 19th century by the son of a farmer, will start making the festive desserts this autumn.Production will be based a new designated cake...
  
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• Sarah_Clapson published Notts County's Alan Hardy applauds 'brave' Matt Tootle and vows...

  22-05-2017 12:23
  
  Notts County owner Alan Hardy says football clubs need to do more to help players suffering from mental health issues.And he hopes to lead the way at Meadow Lane.It comes after Magpies defender Matt Tootle spoke about his own battles earlier on in his career, when he "thought about ending it" and received treatment at the Priory Clinic.Hardy has praised the 26-year-old for opening up on the subject and aims to see if there is anything he can do to assist other players in the...
  
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