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• MattDavies published Nottingham Forest duo Alex Iacovitti and Joe Worrall could do...

  06-06-2017 21:02
  
  Nottingham Forest duo Alex Iacovitti and Joe Worrall could go head-to-head in the Toulon Tournament after Scotland beat Indonesia 2-1 on Tuesday. Ryan Hardie scored twice to avoid an upset as the Scots came from behind to win their final group game. Scotland will face England on Thursday, unless Brazil secure a secure a win over Czech Republic and score four goals in the process. Former Forest midfielder Scot Gemmill's side fell behind with Putra Saghara scoring Indonesia's first goal in...
  
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• Nottmtails published This isn't Nottingham Forest's golden generation yet - but it...

  06-06-2017 20:48
  
  There will almost certainly be substantial Premier League interest in the next generation of Nottingham Forest talent this summer, but Paul Taylor hopes that the Reds new hierarchy can resist temptation and, by doing so, give themselves a youthful foundation on which to build future success.There are few people – if any at all – who have pieced together more successful football teams than Alex Ferguson.Ferguson became the master at knowing when to rebuild; at finely honing the next..
  
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• Nottingham Post published Jake Ball is man of the match as England beat New Zealand in the...

  06-06-2017 20:30
  
  Man of the match Jake Ball described it as "a great feeling" after an 87-run win against New Zealand ensured England became the first side to qualify for the semi-finals of the ICC Champions Trophy.Joe Root's 64, an unbeaten 61 from Jos Buttler and 56 from Nottinghamshire's Alex Hales guided England to a total of 310 all out in Cardiff.Luke Ronchi's middle stump was knocked back by Ball in the first over of the reply, and once Kane Williamson edged Mark Wood behind for 87 the Black...
  
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• rodmalcolm commented Nottingham Forest City Ground 'beer fight' lands Brighton fans...

  06-06-2017 20:17
  
  Three fans staged a "beer fight" before a Forest game and have been banned from all football for three years.Magistrates took the decision after seeing a recording of their antics in the concourse of the City Ground before the match with Brighton on March 4. Cameras caught moments where bottles were kicked, then thrown at the ceiling and liquor was sprayed around while people stood by.
  Read more: Nine men plead guilty to roles in drug conspiracy targeting studentsThe three men -...
  
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• Nottingham Post published Notts veterans return to Normandy to honour fallen comrades

  06-06-2017 19:43
  
  A band of brothers from a proud Nottinghamshire regiment have returned to Normandy to honour comrades who fell during the D-Day invasion. Andy Smart reports.The tanks of the Sherwood Rangers Yeomanry were among the first to go ashore on D-Day.They hit the Hamel section of Gold Beach early in the morning of June 6 1944 and were at the sharp end of the Normandy invasion for the next two months, earning a string of battle honours along the way.At the weekend a group of veterans who were there when.
  
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• MattDavies published Nottingham Forest linked to Anderlecht's Irish goalkeeper Liam...

  06-06-2017 19:34
  
  Nottingham Forest are reportedly set to sign Anderlecht goalkeeper Liam Bossin on a two-year deal.The 20-year-old is well down the pecking order at the leading Belgian club and is set to leave when his contract officially ends this summer.Bossin is understood to have spent a week with Forest at the end of last season on trial and has done enough to earn a deal.Despite spending his career in Belgium, Bossin is an Ireland Under-21 international via his Irish mother.Read more: Who is rumoured...
  
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• HannahMitch published Two alleyways in St Ann's could be closed off because of...

  06-06-2017 19:04
  
  Two alleyways in St Ann's could be closed off to the public after reports of disturbance, nuisance and annoyance to residents. The two alleyways are in Beverley Square and are frequently used as a short cut by residents as they connect Aster Road to Dickinson Street. The alleys have also attracted youths and anti-social behaviour to the area. A number of residents have raised their concerns to the police who have proposed a Public Spaces Protection Order to be put before a Nottingham City...
  
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• HannahMitch commented Two alleyways in St Ann's could be closed off because of...

  06-06-2017 19:04
  
  Two alleyways in St Ann's could be closed off to the public after reports of disturbance, nuisance and annoyance to residents. The two alleyways are in Beverley Square and are frequently used as a short cut by residents as they connect Aster Road to Dickinson Street. The alleys have also attracted youths and anti-social behaviour to the area. A number of residents have raised their concerns to the police who have proposed a Public Spaces Protection Order to be put before a Nottingham City...
  
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• Nottingham Post published Samit Patel tops the all-time PCA Most Valuable Player award...

  06-06-2017 19:00
  
  Nottinghamshire all-rounder Samit Patel has regained the lead of the all-time Professional Cricketers' Association Most Valuable Player rankings.Patel earned 24 rankings points from the drawn County Championship match against Derbyshire at Trent Bridge, which took him back to the top of the all-time points table since the rankings were introduced.Kent all-rounder Darren Stevens dislodged Patel from the top last month but with Kent sitting out the latest round of championship matches, Patel took.
  
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• JHLewis published MS mum swims to aid Nottingham therapy centre appeal

  06-06-2017 19:00
  
  Joanne Bellamy takes the plunge on Saturday and swims one mile for a great cause. In the era of extreme achievements in the name of charity that may not sound a lot – but it's a tough test for a woman who lives with multiple sclerosis. The mother-of-two from Bramcote will take part in the Great North Swim at Lake Windermere in the Lake District, with support from husband Philip and sons aged 13 and 10. The aim is to raise funds for Nottingham MS Therapy Centre in Colwick. Some...
  
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• NatalieFahy published When will election results be declared in Nottingham and...

  06-06-2017 18:44
  
  General election night is always a long haul, with most of the results being declared in the early hours of the morning. We'll be up all night at the Nottingham Post - and you can get all the local results as well as the national picture in our live blog here. This is all the information you will need to keep you going on election night, with the times for the key points throughout the night, as well as the times our local constituencies declared in 2015, and what they're predicting this...
  
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• laurahammond published Eight people arrested after 'disturbance' in Mansfield

  06-06-2017 18:42
  
  Eight people have been arrested after a 'disturbance' in a Nottinghamshire town centre.Five men and three women, aged between 25 and 37-years old, were arrested after the incident in Church Street, Mansfield, at 5.55pm on Monday (June 5).Read more: Murder probe over death in Mansfield WoodhouseThey were being questioned by Nottinghamshire Police on suspicion of affray and assault on Tuesday (June 6).An investigation into the incident is ongoing.The Post has launched a Whatsapp group to help you.
  
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• HannahMitch published Fallen tree caused M1 chaos this afternoon

  06-06-2017 18:32
  
  A fallen tree blocked one lane on the M1 northbound this afternoon - causing heavy delays for almost an hour. High winds and bad weather uprooted the tree between junction 24A for East Midlands Airport and junction 25 for the A52 Brian Clough Way. One lane was closed while the emergency services cleared the area, causing traffic to build and heavy delays.
  Read more: Nine men plead guilty to roles in drug conspiracy targeting studentsSpeaking at the time, Highways England tweeted:...
  
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• TracyWalker published Man prosecuted after waste operator he found on Facebook...

  06-06-2017 18:29
  
  A householder has was prosecuted after using Facebook to find someone to dispose of his waste - which was later found fly-tipped. Barry James, of Portland Street, Mansfield, paid a trader to remove waste from his home, but had not taken details of the vehicle used, asked for a receipt or asked to see the operator's waste licence - something commercial waste disposal operators are obliged to have and carry with them. The 40-year-old was prosecuted by Mansfield District Council at Mansfield...
  
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• TracyWalker commented Man prosecuted after waste operator he found on Facebook...

  06-06-2017 18:29
  
  A householder has was prosecuted after using Facebook to find someone to dispose of his waste - which was later found fly-tipped. Barry James, of Portland Street, Mansfield, paid a trader to remove waste from his home, but had not taken details of the vehicle used, asked for a receipt or asked to see the operator's waste licence - something commercial waste disposal operators are obliged to have and carry with them. The 40-year-old was prosecuted by Mansfield District Council at Mansfield...
  
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• rodmalcolm published Beggar slams £220 court fine for seeking cash at Nottingham...

  06-06-2017 18:20
  
  A beggar got a £220 bill for seeking cash at Nottingham Train Station and told the court that was 'a small fortune'. They were told Alexander Kennedy had 86 previous convictions and committed the offence while on a suspended prison term for theft. Rob Keeble, mitigating, said that the 23-year-old had problems because his state benefits had been stopped at the time. "This offence was committed exclusively out of financial desperation," added Mr Keeble for Kennedy of Norton Street,...
  
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• rodmalcolm commented Beggar slams £220 court fine for seeking cash at Nottingham...

  06-06-2017 18:20
  
  A beggar got a £220 bill for seeking cash at Nottingham Train Station and told the court that was 'a small fortune'. They were told Alexander Kennedy had 86 previous convictions and committed the offence while on a suspended prison term for theft. Rob Keeble, mitigating, said that the 23-year-old had problems because his state benefits had been stopped at the time. "This offence was committed exclusively out of financial desperation," added Mr Keeble for Kennedy of Norton Street,...
  
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• MattDavies published Ross Herridge on building the bonds needed to get Nottinghamshire...

  06-06-2017 18:19
  
  Nottinghamshire strength and conditioning coach Ross Herridge discusses the complexities of his role and who the trains the hardest at Trent Bridge.Like most cricket teams, early morning warm-ups at Nottinghamshire involve a game of football before the business of the day starts.Ross Herridge is the best player in every game. By his own admission the 28-year-old is a failed footballer.Talented, but not talented enough, the 28-year-old played semi-professionally in the knowledge he was never...
  
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• rsherdley published Nine men plead guilty to roles in drug conspiracy targeting...

  06-06-2017 18:16
  
  Nine men have pleaded guilty to their roles in a high-value drugs conspiracy targeting students.The defendants, all from Nottingham, pleaded in the days before their trial was due to begin at Nottingham Crown Court.The prosecution involved a plot to supply cocaine and cannabis across the city.The case has yet to be outlined in full in court after the case against all nine men was adjourned after their guilty pleas were entered.The Crown in due course will suggest it was a multi-million pound...
  
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• rsherdley commented Nine men plead guilty to roles in drug conspiracy targeting...

  06-06-2017 18:16
  
  Nine men have pleaded guilty to their roles in a high-value drugs conspiracy targeting students.The defendants, all from Nottingham, pleaded in the days before their trial was due to begin at Nottingham Crown Court.The prosecution involved a plot to supply cocaine and cannabis across the city.The case has yet to be outlined in full in court after the case against all nine men was adjourned after their guilty pleas were entered.The Crown in due course will suggest it was a multi-million pound...
  
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• HannahMitch published Police investigate double stabbing in town centre

  06-06-2017 18:08
  
  A number of incidents, including a double stabbing, happened in Hucknall town centre on Sunday June 4.The three incidents are all believed to be connected and involve a group of men.The men were reportedly being abusive and threatening outside the Plough and Harrow pub on High Street just before 8.30pm.Later on in the evening at 10.30, two men were stabbed with a knife in High Street.Read more: Murder probe over death of 66-year-oldBoth the men suffered minor injuries.Later on that night at...
  
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• RachelGorman published UK's largest inflatable play park Wacky World is coming to...

  06-06-2017 18:05
  
  Bouncy slides, disco domes, magic shows and total wipeout-style games are all part of a new touring inflatable family attraction that's coming to Nottinghamshire.With more than 20 fun games and obstacles for both kids and adults to enjoy, Wacky World is the UK's biggest indoor inflatable activity arena event and it'll be at Newark Showground on both Saturday, June 24 and Sunday, June 25.Read more: Have you been to the secret beer garden in Nottingham city centre? Take a look...
  
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• Nottmtails published USA training camp will provide 'perfect foundation' for testing...

  06-06-2017 17:53
  
  Mark Warburton believes Nottingham Forest's pre-season training camp in America will help provide the perfect fitness foundations for a 'gruelling and relentless' Championship season.The Reds will spend 12 days training in Florida, at the world class facilities of the IMG Academy, where the likes of Tottenham, the USA national team, the New Zealand rugby team and the Arizona Cardinals have previously worked.And boss Warburton believes the camp could be vital to their hopes of enjoying a better..
  
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• SarahBryan1 published New homes to be built on the car park of former Rose and Crown...

  06-06-2017 17:35
  
  New homes could be built on the site of an historic pub.A planning application has been submitted this week to build properties at the Rose and Crown, in Church Street, near Ilkeston.The Derby Telegraph reports that plans have been submitted to Erewash Borough Council to build four semi-detached homes on the car park of the former boozer.According to the application each home would have three bedrooms. Read more: Crackdown on drugs and violence in Notts townThe application for full planning...
  
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• rsherdley published Murder trial told victim was stabbed outside her own home

  06-06-2017 17:27
  
  A woman was stabbed to death outside her home and pulled the knife from her own chest, a jury heard. Aleksandra Mrozik, 46, emerged from the Kirkby-in-Ashfield home she shared with Pawel Lupa, who is accused of her murder, with what seemed to be a knife in her right hand. His trial, which began on Tuesday (June 6), heard the prosecution allege that was the knife that was used to inflict the fatal wound to Aleksandra. She said at the time: "I think he stabbed me in my...
  
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• Sarah_Clapson commented Who is reported Nottingham Forest target Matthew Knox?

  06-06-2017 17:20
  
  Nottingham Forest have been linked with Livingston teenager Matthew Knox. But who is the rumoured Reds target? The Post takes a look.What has Knox done so far? Only 17, the striker is highly rated. Having come up through the ranks, he made his Livingston debut in December 2015, coming off the bench late on in a 4-1 victory over St Mirren. It came just four days after his 16th birthday, making him the youngest player in the club's history. Knox went on to make a further seven...
  
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• Nottmtails published Nottingham Forest confirm USA training camp - but there will be...

  06-06-2017 17:11
  
  Nottingham Forest have confirmed their plans for a pre-season training camp in Florida – but will not play any friendly games in the USA. Mark Warburton's side had already confirmed a City Ground clash with Premier League Burnley on Saturday July 29 (3pm), as well as a local derby clash with Notts County at Meadow Lane on Wednesday July 19 (7.45pm). The Reds are expected to confirm further friendly fixtures in the coming days – but there are no plans to play any matches during...
  
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• Leigh_Curtis published Liam Noble has taught Notts County a valuable lesson in...

  06-06-2017 17:08
  
  Liam Noble is the subject of a bid from Notts County which Forest Green have rejected. Rovers want £100k, but as Leigh Curtis writes, the club should never have released him in the first place. One year after releasing Liam Noble on a free transfer, it turns out Notts County want him back again. This time they've got to pay for him, but Forest Green Rovers are refusing to budge over the £100,000 asking price. Notts have baulked at the valuation and while no deal is close to...
  
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• isaacashe published Large gang threatened staff at Lidl in Bingham

  06-06-2017 17:05
  
  Police were called to a Lidl store on Saturday night after a large group of people started abusing staff.
  Officers were called to the supermarket in Chapel Lane, Bingham, at around 9.40pm, on June 3.
  Nottinghamshire Police say a large group of males and females were causing problems, including being threatening and abusive to staff.
  Read more: Hen party kicked off flight for shirts offered free Vegas tripDue to the size of the group, police say they were unable to apprehend all of the offenders.
  
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• Notts County: BBC presenter among six appointments to League Two club's board

  06-06-2017 15:52 via bbc.co.uk
  
  BBC Radio 5 live presenter Darren Fletcher is one of six appointments to Notts County's new board of directors.
  
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• Landlord admits modern slavery charges

  06-06-2017 15:48 via bbc.co.uk
  
  A farm worker's landlord was taking his full-time wages, only giving him up to £30 per week allowance.
  
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• isaacashe published Crackdown on drugs and violence in Notts town

  06-06-2017 15:04
  
  A Friday night operation to clamp down on violence and drugs took place in Mansfield town centre. Last Friday night (June 2) Nottinghamshire Police's Mansfield beat managers and officers, specials and a passive drugs dog and handler were joined by Assistant Chief Constable Stuart Prior, as well as a licensing officer from Mansfield District Council.The team worked together to test entrants to clubs, patrol the streets and carry out drugs dog searches - with cannabis, heroin, amphetamine, cocaine
  
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• Leigh_Curtis published Notts County owner Alan Hardy unveils new board of of directors

  06-06-2017 14:58
  
  Notts County chairman Alan Hardy has announced his new board of directors – which includes television and radio broadcaster Darren Fletcher. The Magpies owner has confirmed six new appointments who will be responsible for delivering his vision for success at Meadow Lane. BT Sport commentator Fletcher will be on the board as will Gleeds' main board director Jon Enever and Macesport founder and managing director Paul Mace. Chief executive Jason Turner has also been promoted to the...
  
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• JHLewis published How much are tickets for Camra's 2017 Robin Hood Beer Festival at...

  06-06-2017 14:56
  
  Tickets are now on sale for the 2017 Robin Hood Beer and Cider Festival, the last to be held at Nottingham Castle before redevelopment work begins next year. The four-day autumn festival offers the world's biggest selection of draught cask beers and ciders, say organisers Nottingham Camra, the local branch of the Campaign for Real Ale. As well as ale, heritage cider, perry and food, new this year is a bar dedicated to gins. Also new for 2017 is the chance for ale lovers to save money and...
  
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• RachelGorman published Download Festival 2017 - these are the road closures and...

  06-06-2017 14:50
  
  Eager rock beavers will be heading to Donington Park from Wednesday, June 7 to get the first bite of the Download cherry and nab themselves some prime camping real estate.As such, Leicestershire County Council Highways has agreed to various temporary restrictions during the festival, which will take place until Monday, June 12.
  Read more: Download Festival 2017: All three headliners revealedThere will be no right turn from Hill Top onto the A453 southbound. The prohibition will from...
  
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• Girl suffered 32% burns when dress set alight 'like tissue paper'

  06-06-2017 14:32 via bbc.co.uk
  
  Adanae Liburd-Graham, nine, suffered serious burns when her "normal, 100% cotton" dress caught fire.
  
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• DanRobinson published Notts-based Stratstone dealership chain to now sell Rolls-Royce...

  06-06-2017 14:14
  
  Pendragon, the Nottinghamshire-based vehicle dealership giant, will now sell Rolls-Royce cars within its 'super-luxury' division. The Annesley-based firm will open a purpose-built showroom for its Stratstone brand in 2018 as part of its new partnership with Rolls-Royce Motor Cars. Both new and provenance pre-owned cars will be available, as well as full after sales services. The first Rolls-Royce franchise in Yorkshire represents significant investment from Pendragon and continued...
  
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• isaacashe published Murder probe over death in Mansfield Woodhouse

  06-06-2017 14:02
  
  A murder investigation has been launched after a man died from serious injuries last night. Nottinghamshire Police and East Midlands Ambulance Service were called to a house in Long Meadow, Mansfield Woodhouse, at around 9.10pm last night (Monday, June 5). A 66-year-old man with serious injuries was given treatment to before being taken to Kings Mill Hospital in Mansfield where he was pronounced dead.
  Read more: Jail for paedophile who abused two young girlsA 21-year-old woman has been...
  
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• Barry_Cooper published Championship transfer rumours: Is ex-Nottingham Forest striker...

  06-06-2017 13:56
  
  Transfer gossip is starting to pick up and we've rounded up the latest news and rumours from around the Championship.Chris O'Grady spent a season on loan at Nottingham Forest from Brighton when the Reds were under a transfer embargo and Dougie Freedman was in charge.He returned to Brighton before being loaned out to Nigel Clough's Burton Albion last season before being released by the Seagulls following their promotion to the Premier League.O'Grady has a number of offers according to the...
  
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• MattDavies published Nottingham Panthers sign promising Russian winger Alexander...

  06-06-2017 13:53
  
  Nottingham Panthers have signed promising Russian winger Alexander Mokshantsev.The 22-year-old has 38 games in the KHL to his name, scoring two points for Lada Togliatti.He had eight goals and nine assists in 26 games in the VHL for Dizel Penza last season as he split his time between there and Togliatti.Head coach Corey Neilson says the signing is part of his plan to reduce the age and increase the energy of the team.Mokshantsev will start on the fourth line, but Neilson is confident he will...
  
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• Sarah_Clapson published There have been a few things developing, admits Nottingham Forest...

  06-06-2017 13:51
  
  Aberdeen winger Jonny Hayes has admitted "there's been a few things developing", after being linked with Nottingham Forest, Celtic and Cardiff City. The 29-year-old says he is flattered by the interest but is focused on playing for his country for the time being, as Republic of Ireland prepare for a World Cup qualifier with Austria. Cardiff and Celtic have both reportedly made bids for Hayes, with the latter said to be favourites for his signature. The Irish Examiner, though,...
  
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• NottmPostEG published Anastacia at Nottingham's Royal Concert Hall - Review and photos

  06-06-2017 13:50
  
  Last night Anastacia completely owned the Royal Concert Hall stage with a set list that was jam packed with classic hits that spanned the past two decades of her illustrious career, along with some fan favourites and some inspired choices of cover tracks.Making a grand entrance through an illuminated A, she immediately showed why she has arguably one of the most powerful voices of our time.Read more: Anastacia talks Strictly, ill-health and her 2017 UK tour that comes to Nottingham in...
  
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• isaacashe published Great Nottinghamshire Survey: residents rate area as 'quiet' and...

  06-06-2017 13:43
  
  Quiet and friendly - these are the words most used to describe local life, our Great Nottinghamshire Survey has revealed. Ahead of polling day this week, the Post conducted an online survey to gather a snapshot of life across the city and county. And of the words the 450 people who responded would use to describe their spot of Notts, the most common was 'quiet'. Read more: Great Nottinghamshire Survey: NHS the most important issue for votersSome 30 people picked it - although 15 chose...
  
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• SarahBryan1 published Nottingham car dealer recognised as one of UK's best

  06-06-2017 13:26
  
  A Nottingham car dealer is celebrating after winning a national accolade.Bristol Street Motors Renault Nottingham, in Haydn Road, was one of 17 dealerships across the country to win the 'Driver Power – Dealer of Excellence' award, presented by Groupe Renault UK and Auto Express magazine.The accolade recognises dealerships that go the extra mile for customers.Read more: Nottingham city centre buildings set to be sold by councilThe franchise received the nomination after it exceeded...
  
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• isaacashe published A46 closed near Newark due to collision

  06-06-2017 13:09
  
  UPDATE - 1.50pm - The road has now reopened.A crash between two cars has closed a main road in Nottinghamshire. The A46 near Newark was initially shut northbound due to a serious incident at around 9.45am today (Tuesday, June 6). Two people have been taken to hospital following the crash between the A1133 and A1434 junctions, and Highways England says delays are building in the area.
  Read more: Jail for paedophile who abused two young girlsA Nottinghamshire Police spokesman said: "We...
  
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• isaacashe published Gale force winds set to blast Notts this afternoon

  06-06-2017 12:56
  
  A weather warning has been issued over gusts of wind set to blast Nottinghamshire this afternoon.A yellow alert over the extreme weather has been issued by the Met Office, set to last until 10pm this evening (Tuesday).
  Read more: Jail for paedophile who abused two young girlsThe warning, for almost all of England, warns strong to gale force west to northwesterly winds of 40mph to 50mph are likely inland. Coupled with persistent rain, the weather could lead to some localised transport...
  
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• laurahammond published Woman banned from keeping animals after abandoning 20 in...

  06-06-2017 12:52
  
  A woman who abandoned 20 animals at a Nottinghamshire livery yard in 'horrific conditions' has been banned from keeping pets for five years.Nicole Williams, of Grace Road, Leicester, admitted to four offences of failing to meet the needs of her animals when she appeared at Mansfield Magistrates' Court on Monday (June 5).The court heard that the 43-year-old moved four dogs, five kittens, nine horses and two donkeys to a livery yard in Wharf Road, in the village of Stanton Hill, on October 24 last
  
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• Nottingham Post published Mini driver is reunited with number plate she first had 50 years...

  06-06-2017 12:39
  
  A devoted Mini driver has been reunited with an iconic number plate from her first car - which she first had half a century ago.Hilary Badhams, 67, fell in love with her first car, a green Austin Mini and nicknamed it the 'Green Pea' after it arrived with an '800 PEA' number plate in 1967.The retired headteacher even met her husband, Dennis, 69, when the engineer repaired the car in 1972, and the pair were engaged just a fortnight later. Mrs Badhams, of Alfreton, sold the car in 1973 and...
  
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• DanRobinson published Car auction 'super centre' to open at Donington Park

  06-06-2017 12:38
  
  An independent car auction business has revealed plans to create a massive 'super centre' at Donington Park.Aston Barclay has said it is in the process of developing the 18-acre site at the race track and plans to use the circuit's exhibition centre, known as the Engine Room, for auctions.The firm currently operates four sites in Chelmsford, in Essex, Leeds, in Yorkshire, Prees Heath, in Shropshire and Westbury, in Wiltshire.Aston Barclay said it plans to open the Donington Park site by the end.
  
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• RachelGorman published Nottingham's Motorpoint Arena introduces new security measures...

  06-06-2017 12:35
  
  New security measures have been put in place at Nottingham's Motorpoint Arena following the terror attacks in Manchester and London.A new bag policy has been introduced for all major events at the venue with customers now only able to take handbags and other small bags (no larger than 35cm x 40cm x 19cm) into the arena.Upon arrival all customers will be searched before they are allowed entry into the building, and organisers have asked that gig-goers arrive as early as possible and allow more...
  
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