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• rodmalcolm published Three men accused of conspiring to supply drugs

  07-06-2017 20:43
  
  Three men were accused in court of conspiring to supply heroin and cocaine in the city. They were released on bail but must not contact 20 people named during the hearing at Nottingham Magistrates' Court. District Judge Leo Pyle ordered them to stay indoors at night. They must attend Nottingham Crown Court on July 5. The three are Jayden Wood, 28, of Trinity Street, Gainsborough; Dean Haynes, 29, of Egerton Walk, Nottingham; Dane Broadley, 22, who was ordered to live in Surbiton Road,...
  
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• rodmalcolm published Men appear in court on drugs charge

  07-06-2017 20:43
  
  Three men were accused in court of conspiring to supply heroin and cocaine in the city. They were released on bail but must not contact 20 people named during the hearing at Nottingham Magistrates' Court. District Judge Leo Pyle ordered them to stay indoors at night. They must attend Nottingham Crown Court on July 5. The three are Jayden Wood, 28, of Trinity Street, Gainsborough; Dean Haynes, 29, of Egerton Walk, Nottingham; Dane Broadley, 22, who was ordered to live in Surbiton Road,...
  
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• Lauren Davis skates into Nottingham and declares intent to win Open - Nottingham Post

  07-06-2017 20:31
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  Lauren Davis skates into Nottingham and declares intent to win Open
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  American Lauren Davis skated her way into the Aegon Open Nottingham with a big grin and determined declaration she is in the East Midlands to win. In one of the most energetic entries to the Nottingham Tennis Centre, the world number 26 rode across ...
  
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• rodmalcolm published Woman handed £233 fine for failing to buy train ticket -...

  07-06-2017 20:20
  
  A Carlton woman must pay £233.10 for failing to buy a railway ticket nearly eight years ago.Gina Cawser-White, 29, told Nottingham magistrates that she had been unaware of the case until a letter arrived recently at her home.She made a statutory declaration to support that and the original penalty was set aside.Read more: Clubber makes £1m claim after 'piledriver' from bouncer She then pleaded guilty to failing to pay the £13.10 fare between Nottingham and Birmingham New...
  
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• Nottingham Post published Lauren Davis skates into Nottingham and declares intent to win...

  07-06-2017 20:14
  
  American Lauren Davis skated her way into the Aegon Open Nottingham with a big grin and determined declaration she is in the East Midlands to win.In one of the most energetic entries to the Nottingham Tennis Centre, the world number 26 rode across reception atop a banana yellow coloured skateboard, decked out with light-up wheels.While the 23-year-old was freewheeling her way around the centre, she quickly got down to business as the first star to hit the practice courts ahead of the major...
  
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• EllieCullen published Latest updates on how your area voted in the general election

  07-06-2017 20:08
  
  Find out how your constituency voted as the results come in for the 2017 general election. Our results map below will be updated throughout Thursday night and into Friday morning, as areas across the UK declare their results. You can type in your postcode or constituency name to see how your area voted, as well as see how many seats each party has already gained across the country. A total of 326 seats are needed for any party to earn a majority. Don't forget to follow our live blog...
  
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• EllieCullen commented Latest updates on how your area voted in the general election

  07-06-2017 20:08
  
  Find out how your constituency voted as the results come in for the 2017 general election. Our results map below will be updated throughout Thursday night and into Friday morning, as areas across the UK declare their results. You can type in your postcode or constituency name to see how your area voted, as well as see how many seats each party has already gained across the country. A total of 326 seats are needed for any party to earn a majority. Don't forget to follow our live blog...
  
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• Theresa May makes last minute bid to win over Nottingham voters ... - Nottingham Post

  07-06-2017 19:42
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  Theresa May makes last minute bid to win over Nottingham voters ...
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  On the final day of the election trail Prime Minister Theresa May made a last minute bid to win over voters in Nottignham South when she visited the Dunelm ...
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• Sarah_Clapson commented Former Nottingham Forest defender Kelvin Wilson's hopes of Notts...

  07-06-2017 19:40
  
  Free agent Kelvin Wilson has expressed a desire to return to Notts County – but Magpies owner Alan Hardy has ruled out a move for the defender. The former Nottingham Forest centre-back was released by Rotherham United at the end of the season, following their relegation from the Championship, and is on the lookout for a new club. Wilson started out at Meadow Lane and made more than 80 appearances before leaving for Preston North End in 2006. He went on to have two separate spells with...
  
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• Former Nottingham Forest defender Kelvin Wilson's hopes of Notts County return dashed by Alan Hardy - Nottingham Post

  07-06-2017 19:40
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  Former Nottingham Forest defender Kelvin Wilson's hopes of Notts County return dashed by Alan Hardy
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  Free agent Kelvin Wilson has expressed a desire to return to Notts County – but Magpies owner Alan Hardy has ruled out a move for the defender. The former Nottingham Forest centre-back was released by Rotherham United at the end of the season, ...
  
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• rsherdley published Woman cyclist 'throttled' as robbers steal her iPhone

  07-06-2017 19:30
  
  A robber put his hand around a woman's throat and briefly throttled her - all for the sake of stealing her iPhone.Bryce Stone, 21, of Quibell Road, Newark, was told by a judge the offence was "particularly mean" as she sentenced him and a co-accused at Nottingham Crown Court on Wednesday (June 6).The victim - a lone female out at night - was circled at Northgate Retail Park in Newark."She was terrified and tried to defend herself", said Judge Sarah Buckingham.Stone had been...
  
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• rsherdley published Drug dealer hauled before court after police saw incriminating...

  07-06-2017 19:30
  
  An incriminating text message about drugs landed a cleaner in courtfor dealing.Chantelle Willets, 28, had called police about an alleged domestic incident, Nottingham Crown Court heard.At the time she showed police text messages on her phone in relation to the inquiry.Read more: Woman cyclist 'throttled' as robbers steal her iPhoneBut the officer noticed one message that was suspicious."He noticed her partner had accused her in a text message of dealing cannabis, and she said 'I was only...
  
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• HannahMitch published Nottinghamshire woman turns 100 - and has Benidorm-themed party

  07-06-2017 19:22
  
  Turning 100 is cause to celebrate - but Minnie Harrison's party was more unusual than most.The great-grandmother marked her big day with a Benidorm-themed birthday party at the care home where she lives.She told staff at Alder House Care Home in Nuthall that she would have loved to go to the Spanish resort to celebrate turning 100, as it brought back fond memories of holidays with her husband Joe.And while she might not have been able to make that dream a reality, the staff made sure they...
  
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• Nottingham Post published Football rendered meaningless after terror attacks and Cheick...

  07-06-2017 19:10
  
  Post columnist Garry Birtles says recent terror attacks and the death of Cheick Tiote show football serves a purpose, but pales into insignificance in the face of real life. It's often said that real life puts football in perspective. That was never more the case than in the last weeks. Locally we've seen my old chairman Derek Pavis, a good man, pass away. In football in general it was devastating to read about the death of Cheick Tiote at the age of 30. That's no age at all for a healthy...
  
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• rsherdley published Sex offender jailed over indecent assault 25 years ago

  07-06-2017 19:08
  
  A 52-year-old old man's reputation 'lies in tatters' after he was found guilty of indecently assaulting a girl 25 years ago.At Nottingham Crown Court, Christopher Cass, of Vere Avenue, Sutton-in-Ashfield, was sent to prison for 48 months for the historic offence.Read more: Two women sentenced over sale of fake Benefit make-up on eBayHe will now be required to sign the sex offenders' register for life.The court heard Cass had touched the child intimately.His offending happened on at least ten...
  
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• MattJarram commented Theresa May makes last-minute bid to win over Nottingham voters

  07-06-2017 18:45
  
  On the final day of the election trail Prime Minister Theresa May made a last-minute bid to win over voters in Nottingham South when she visited the Dunelm store on Queen's Drive. Tucked into a small store room, surrounded by scented candles, duvet covers, wine glasses and lamps, Mrs May spoke to four workers in front of dozens of local and national media.Read More: All the general election candidates for the Nottingham South constituencyThe Conservative Party leader was in town to support...
  
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• Barry_Cooper published Championship transfer news: Derby County sign Hull defender...

  07-06-2017 18:40
  
  Here's a round-up of the latest transfer news and gossip from around the Championship.Nottingham Forest's arch-rivals Derby County have made their first signing of the summer under Gary Rowett.The Rams have paid Hull City an undisclosed fee for defender Curtis Davies, with the 32-year-old agreeing a two-year-contract at Pride Park.Rowett claims there is "no better option" than the Tigers man, with the Derby boss saying: "We've looked at lots of different players and lots of different...
  
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• MattDavies published Division Two worse than feared as Harry Gurney aims to step up in...

  07-06-2017 18:30
  
  Harry Gurney says the gulf in class between Divisions One and Two has been bigger than expected as he looks to take on a bigger role in the absence of Nottinghamshire's 'Harlem Globetrotters'. Notts had dominated all opponents in the County Championship following relegation, until being given an almighty scare by Derbyshire this week. The seamer went into the season well aware of the debate on how big the gap in standard between the tiers really is. Gurney feels it has been wide and...
  
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• Former Nottingham Forest boss Billy Davies said to be keen on ... - Nottingham Post

  07-06-2017 18:19
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  Former Nottingham Forest boss Billy Davies has reportedly expressed an interest in the vacant Sunderland job. The Scot has been out of work since leaving the ...and more »
  
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• MattJarram published Police called to Trent Bridge over concerns for woman's safety

  07-06-2017 18:16
  
  Police were called to Trent Bridge this afternoon following concerns for a woman's safety.Nottingham Travelwise tweeted at 5.15pm to say traffic was being held up in the area.Delays on Trent Bridge in bound due to police incident— NottinghamTravelwise (@NottmTravelwise) June 7, 2017Nottinghamshire Police said they were called at 4.55pm due to the concerns for the woman's safety.Read more: Theresa May visits Dunelm store in Nottingham day before electionA spokesman said: "The incident...
  
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• DanRobinson published 50 new jobs at Notts firm that develops software for Heineken,...

  07-06-2017 18:12
  
  Software developer Ideagen is to create 50 new jobs as it bids to achieve an eighth year of consecutive growth.The Nottinghamshire-based company, which provides information management programmes for clients such as the NHS and Heineken, will establish posts across its UK operations with diverse roles ranging from senior management to graduates and apprenticeships.About 25 of the jobs will be at the firm's head office at Ergo House, in Ruddington Fields Business Park.The recruitment drive...
  
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• Sarah_Clapson commented Former Nottingham Forest boss Billy Davies said to be keen on...

  07-06-2017 18:00
  
  Former Nottingham Forest boss Billy Davies has reportedly expressed an interest in the vacant Sunderland job. The Scot has been out of work since leaving the City Ground in March 2014, but is said to be keen to return to management at the Stadium of Light. According to the Sunderland Echo, contact has been made between Davies and the Black Cats, who were relegated from the Premier League in the season just gone, but it is understood he is not the first-choice candidate to replace David...
  
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• isaacashe published Vandals smash up Notts nursery's outdoors classroom

  07-06-2017 17:50
  
  A Nottinghamshire nursery's youngsters were distraught to find their outdoor learning area had been vandalised.
  Children at Willow Brook pre-school, in Keyworth, were due to spend time in an outdoor 'Forest School' area today (Thursday, June 7) which had been created to teach them about the natural world. But when they arrived, they found a trail of destruction - with ladders made by the youngsters broken, bird houses torn down, tree swings vandalised, and beer bottles left strewn...
  
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• TracyWalker published School being renamed after DH Lawrence gets first ever 'good'...

  07-06-2017 17:45
  
  A school being rebuilt on a controversial site has been graded 'good' by Ofsted for the first time in its 41-year history. Lynncroft Primary and Nursery School, in Eastwood, has been given the rating following its latest inspection. It had been rated as 'requiring improvement' in 2015, and had previously been in special measures.In the latest report from the education watchdog, inspectors Roger Sadler and Graham Boyd wrote: "The well-focused and effective leadership and management of...
  
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• John Player 'tobacco' artwork sold at auction

  07-06-2017 17:22 via bbc.co.uk
  
  The images once hung on the walls of England's last tobacco factory in Nottingham.
  
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• rsherdley published Two women sentenced over sale of fake Benefit make-up on eBay

  07-06-2017 17:20
  
  Two women have been given conditional discharges by a judge over the illicit sale of fake Benefit make-up online.
  Although the pair thought the mascara shipped in from China was genuine, Nottingham Crown Court heard the product being sold was counterfeit.Susan Steel and Helen Mee had admitted having 324 "They're Real" mascaras which breached the Benefit trademark on May 26 last year;andthe same charge relating to 25 "Roller Lash" mascaras on the same date.Steel also...
  
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• Nottingham band The Half Eight have supported Slade, Professor ... - Nottingham Post

  07-06-2017 17:19
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  Nottingham trio The Half Eight have supported Professor Green, Fleur East and Slade over the past two years. Adam Humphreys finds out more... Who are you?and more »
  
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• Nottingham band The Half Eight have supported Slade, Professor Green and Fleur East - Nottingham Post

  07-06-2017 17:19
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  Nottingham band The Half Eight have supported Slade, Professor Green and Fleur East
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  Nottingham trio The Half Eight have supported Professor Green, Fleur East and Slade over the past two years. Adam Humphreys finds out more... An error occurred. Try watching this video on www.youtube.com, or enable JavaScript if it is disabled in your ...and more »
  
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• Britt Assombalonga backed to be Nottingham Forest talisman by Reds legend - Nottingham Post

  07-06-2017 17:14
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  Britt Assombalonga backed to be Nottingham Forest talisman by Reds legend
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  Britt Assombalonga can be Nottingham Forest's talisman now, just as John Robertson was decades ago, says Reds legend John McGovern. The former Reds skipper is not comparing the two men – with Assombalonga having a long way to go before he can ...
  
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• Nottmtails published Britt Assombalonga backed to be Nottingham Forest talisman by...

  07-06-2017 17:00
  
  Britt Assombalonga can be Nottingham Forest's talisman now, just as John Robertson was decades ago, says Reds legend John McGovern. The former Reds skipper is not comparing the two men – with Assombalonga having a long way to go before he can be spoken of in the same breath as arguably Forest's greatest ever player. But, as Mark Warburton's side look to progress in the Championship this season, McGovern does believe Assombalonga can be Forest's most influential player, if his value to...
  
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• Fallen tree on rail lines disrupting Nottingham services - Nottingham Post

  07-06-2017 16:08
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  Fallen tree on rail lines disrupting Nottingham services
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  A tree has fallen onto the railway tracks near Langley Mill, disrupting services to and from Nottingham. At 2.40pm today (Wednesday, June 7) East Midlands Trains said trains between Alfreton and Langley Mill were being disrupted because of a tree ...
  
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• isaacashe published Suspected shoplifters had hoard of brand new goods

  07-06-2017 15:34
  
  Two women from Nottingham have been arrested by police in Derby in connection with thefts from a shopping centre's stores. Last Thursday (June 1) officers from Derby City Centre Safer Neighbourhood Team were called to the Cath Kidston store at intu Derby after staff at the shop had detained one of two women on suspicion of theft from the store, and then recognised them as suspects from a previous theft the week before. The other woman left the store before she could be detained. Later that...
  
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• NottmPostEG published Big Brother mum, 51, claims to have 'better sex life' than...

  07-06-2017 15:10
  
  A mum and daughter from Nottinghamshire, who entered the Big Brother house this week, have told the show's producers that men have found them equally attractive.And Mandy Longworth, 51, has also claimed that she has a more active sex life than 24-year-old daughter Charlotte Keys.Over a million people watched them enter the Big Brother house when the new series launched on Channel 5 on Monday, June 5. They are among 15 contestants on the reality TV show which is hosted by Emma Willis,Read more:..
  
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• Nottingham Post published There should be a bailout fund for small clubs like Ilkeston,...

  07-06-2017 14:56
  
  Nottingham Forest legend Garry Birtles, who started out in non-league, has his say on events at Ilkeston FC. I was shocked to hear of Ilkeston FC going bust this week, just seven years after Ilkeston Town went under. I don't know who is to blame. I'm sure it's more than one person. I just think it's a great shame this has happened – and it could have been easily avoided. It really rankles with me that there is so much money at the top end of football, but so little of it filters...
  
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• DaveWhitfield commented 'Group cheered as woman took off T-shirt' - Jet2 hits back over...

  07-06-2017 14:53
  
  An airline has hit back after a hen party was removed from a flight for wearing 'offensive' T-shirts - saying the behaviour of the women was rowdy, disruptive, and unacceptable.Eighteen women wearing T-shirts with the words 'Bitches On Tour' on the back were escorted off the Jet2 flight from East Midlands Airport to Majorca on May 30.Bride-to-be Emma Green, 35, of Leicester, said they did not deserve the treatment they received, and that the airline should apologise. She also said the first time
  
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• HannahMitch published First look at the medals for this year's Robin Hood Marathon

  07-06-2017 14:36
  
  These are the specially engraved medals that will be presented to competitors at the Ikano Bank Robin Hood Marathon, Half Marathon and Mini Marathon this year.All three medals include a stag, which the race adopted as its motif two years ago as it is synonymous with Nottingham and the scenic Wollaton Park - one of the many famous landmarks on the picturesque Nottingham route. Thousands of runners are expected to cross the finish line when the event takes place on September 24, in just three...
  
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• isaacashe published Great Nottinghamshire Survey: Exercise is our drug of choice

  07-06-2017 14:27
  
  More people take regular exercise than regularly drink, 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 almost 450 people who responded, five times as many people said they exercised every day than those who drank alcohol on a daily basis. Read more: Extra time to question woman over murder investigationWe quizzed people over their lifestyles as part of the...
  
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• isaacashe published Extra time to question woman over murder investigation

  07-06-2017 14:01
  
  Police have extended the deadline to question a 21-year-old woman held in connection with a murder investigation. A senior officer has given Nottinghamshire Police extra time to question the woman over the death of a 66-year-old from serious injuries suffered on Monday night. Nottinghamshire Police and East Midlands Ambulance Service were called to a house in Long Meadow, Mansfield Woodhouse, at around 9.10pm on June 5.Video courtesy of Mansfield Chad A 66-year-old man was given...
  
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• DanRobinson published Why Brexit shouldn't be the only issue for voters on Election day

  07-06-2017 13:59
  
  Tomorrow's General Election will be one of the most important opportunities for a generation to shape Britain's future, according to the president of the chamber of commerce for Nottinghamshire.Geoff Poyzer, of East Midlands Chamber, has urged people to make sure they use their vote.He said: "Tomorrow is the day on which all those of us who want to do our bit to shape Britain's future will mark an 'X' on a slip of paper and hope for the 'right' outcome."Whether you vote for the...
  
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• Nottingham Post published Notts County fans invited to attend Derek Pavis funeral on Friday

  07-06-2017 13:58
  
  The details for former Notts County chairman Derek Pavis' funeral have been confirmed.The service will take place at 1.45pm on Friday, June 9, 2017, at St. Mary's Church, 40 High Pavement, Nottingham, NG1 1HN.Supporters are welcome to attend and are encouraged to wear Notts County shirts and scarves.For those supporters who cannot attend the service, the funeral cars will be driving through the stadium at Meadow Lane at approximately 1.30pm.Read more: Notts County move for Liam Noble hanging...
  
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• SarahBryan1 published 'No staff' enforcing controversial taxi driver penalty point...

  07-06-2017 13:47
  
  The controversial penalty point scheme for taxi drivers in Nottingham city centre is not being enforced after midnight - despite being launched two months ago. The scheme, which sees taxi drivers given penalty points for flouting parking laws and having unroadworthy cars, was launched by Nottingham City Council on April 1. It is being enforced by community protection officers between 7am and midnight, but it has been claimed between midnight and 7am is when more dangerous things happen, such...
  
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• JHLewis published Nottingham Craft Beer Week 2017 - what you need to know

  07-06-2017 13:40
  
  Craft beer? There was a time when the very words would have had die-hard Camra campaigners tearing out their ZZ Top beards. Now, however, it's almost a love-in between once opposing niches of the market. The consensus: cask … keg … bottle … can … never mind the format, is it decent beer? The fact that one of the key players in the upcoming Nottingham Craft Beer Week is Castle Rock Brewery, whose reputation was built on high-quality cask-conditioned ales, shows that...
  
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• NottmPostEG published Nottingham Jazz Diary, June 9 to 15, with Jeanie Barton

  07-06-2017 13:21
  
  Nottingham jazz writer and singer Jeanie Barton rounds up the best gigs of the week across the city and beyond Fun on Friday, June 9 begins at Baresca, 9 Byard lane in the Lace Market with soulful singer Fiona Stein and her Association from 8.30pm. SJ3 swing back into Stray's Tapas and Jazz in Newark on Saturday, June 10 from 3.30pm-5.30pm; John Illingworth and Steve Rodda are on guitars with Mat Short on Fender bass.Singer Liz Cumberland leads Lady Bird Jazz (Ben Martin on sax,...
  
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• MattDavies published Nottingham Forest and Birmingham City reportedly battling to add...

  07-06-2017 13:03
  
  Nottingham Forest have been linked with a move to add Lee Carsley to their coaching staff. The Daily Mail say Forest and Championship rivals Birmingham City are keen to bring in the former Republic of Ireland midfielder. Carsley is a former colleague of both Reds boss Mark Warburton and assistant David Weir, having worked under them at Brentford as development coach. He also worked with Weir at Sheffield United when the Scot was manager and Carsley was his number two. Read more: Forest...
  
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• Leigh_Curtis published Notts County move for Liam Noble hanging in the balance over...

  07-06-2017 13:00
  
  Liam Noble faces crunch talks with Forest Green Rovers over his future as Notts County's move for the midfielder hangs in the balance. The Magpies are refusing to pay the £100k asking price for Rovers' skipper believing the valuation is too high. It is thought Rovers want a £50k upfront payment for their captain with the rest coming via the way of add-ons relating to promotion and appearances. Notts owner Alan Hardy is now prepared to walk away from the deal unless Forest Green...
  
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• Nottingham Post published 'Evangelos Marinakis buying Nottingham Forest will be a huge...

  07-06-2017 12:57
  
  Post columnist Garry Birtles says the end of Fawaz Al Hasawi's erratic tenure will be a massive relief to Nottingham Forest's players, as they look forward to Evangelos Marinakis owning the club. Nottingham Forest's players are off on their summer holidays and you suspect they'll be looking forward to getting back into training a little more than normal this year. The takeover at the club has ushered in a new era under Evangelos Marinakis, and that is massively exciting for players and...
  
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• DanRobinson published Villa holidays now offered by Jet2.com at East Midlands Airport

  07-06-2017 12:46
  
  People can now book villas as part of a package holiday with one of the largest airlines at East Midlands Airport.Jet2holidays has hundreds of properties available after launching its latest brand, Jet2Villas.Holidaymakers can now use the new dedicated website jet2villas.com to book trips with flights, villa and car hire all included.Its villas are located in a range of destinations, including the Balearic Islands, Canary Islands, mainland Spain, Portugal, Croatia, Greece, Cyprus and Turkey.Read
  
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• Sarah_Clapson commented Nottingham Forest one of several clubs reportedly tracking Dijon...

  07-06-2017 12:44
  
  Nottingham Forest are said to be tracking Dijon striker Mamadou Thiam, along with a number of other Championship clubs. The 22-year-old was on loan at French Ligue 2 side Clermont Foot Auvergne last season and is in the final year of his contract with his parent club. According to Get West London, Fulham, QPR and Norwich City, along with the Reds and a host of other teams in the league, are interested in the Senegalese forward, with Dijon thought to be willing to sell for a fee of...
  
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• NatalieFahy published How to explain the general election to your kids

  07-06-2017 12:43
  
  For weeks now, the news has been dominated with the latest from the general election campaign.If you've had the television or radio on at home it will have been difficult to avoid the election chat. Similarly - if your child's school or playgroup hall is used as a polling station on Thursday, they might wonder what on earth is going on.Elections are probably not that difficult to explain to a young child. Most children understand the concept of someone being in charge and of 'winning' so it's...
  
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• NottmPostEG published The Skids' Richard Jobson on their first UK tour in 35 years...

  07-06-2017 11:50
  
  Scottish punk band The Skids are on a 40th anniversary tour. Original frontman and lyricist Richard Jobson tells Kevin Cooper about losing Stuart Adamson, the urban myth surrounding second studio album Days In Europa, working with Bruce Watson and the new albumThe current tour is to mark The Skids 40th anniversary. Are you enjoying being back out on the road? I think so. Originally it was just meant to be a couple of dates but people keep asking us if we could add a couple more we...
  
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