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• Nottingham Post published Alex Hales hits unbeaten 47 as England ease to nine-wicket win...

  21-06-2017 22:20
  
  Nottinghamshire's Alex Hales hit an unbeaten 47 as England eased to a nine-wicket victory over South Africa in the Twenty20 opener at the Ageas Bowl, with Jonny Bairstow leading the way with a ruthless 60 not out.With six changes made and the likes of Joe Root, Ben Stokes and Chris Woakes absent England made light work of the 143 target with 33 balls to spare.A disciplined shift with the ball, including a strong debut for Hampshire leg-spinner Mason Crane, paved the way for a victory in the...
  
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• Nottingham Post published Nottingham Forest legends 'felt shunned by the club'

  21-06-2017 21:05
  
  After seeing Nottingham Forest legend John Robertson back at the City Ground this week, Garry Birtles admits he hopes to get involved at his old club.It was so pleasing to see John Robertson back at the City Ground meeting Nottingham Forest fans this week. It's not been a good time for old players in the last few years. We've felt shunned by the club. There's no way you should be shunning your best ever player in John. A group of us old players meet every Thursday and I know something...
  
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• Nottingham Post commented Nottingham Forest legends 'felt shunned by the club'

  21-06-2017 21:05
  
  After seeing Nottingham Forest legend John Robertson back at the City Ground this week, Garry Birtles admits he hopes to get involved at his old club.It was so pleasing to see John Robertson back at the City Ground meeting Nottingham Forest fans this week. It's not been a good time for old players in the last few years. We've felt shunned by the club. There's no way you should be shunning your best ever player in John. A group of us old players meet every Thursday and I know something...
  
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• MattJarram published Boots launches '50th year club' to celebrate long-standing...

  21-06-2017 20:39
  
  Boots UK in Nottingham has launched the '50 Year Club' to celebrate the work of long-standing employees - which includes a woman nicknamed 'Miss Boots'. Eleven members of staff from the company were treated to a slap up meal and champagne at a special event at Lenton House in Nottingham tonight (June 21).The company says it wants to celebrate its longest serving colleagues by launching a new and exclusive club for those who have spent the last 50 years at the company.Twenty colleagues from...
  
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• MattJarram commented Boots launches '50th year club' to celebrate long-standing...

  21-06-2017 20:39
  
  Boots UK in Nottingham has launched the '50 Year Club' to celebrate the work of long-standing employees - which includes a woman nicknamed 'Miss Boots'. Eleven members of staff from the company were treated to a slap up meal and champagne at a special event at Lenton House in Nottingham tonight (June 21).The company says it wants to celebrate its longest serving colleagues by launching a new and exclusive club for those who have spent the last 50 years at the company.Twenty colleagues from...
  
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• RachelGorman published Lord Mayor's Parade in Nottingham - When, where, parade route and...

  21-06-2017 20:23
  
  Nottingham is brimming with quirky traditions and rituals but one of our favourites is the light-hearted dignitary stand-off at the Lord Mayor Parade.On Saturday (June 24) at 11am the city's new Lord Mayor Councillor Michael Edwards will lead a procession from the Council House to the gates of Nottingham Castle where he will ask the Sheriff of Nottingham Councillor Glyn Jenkins for permission to come in... we're sure there's a knock, knock joke in there somewhere. If he says yes, free access...
  
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• SarahBryan1 published Notts-based gaming company wins award for its fast growth

  21-06-2017 20:18
  
  A Nottingham-based gaming company has won an award in recognition of its fast growth.Team 17 won the 'One to Recognise' award, as part of The Sunday Times BDO Profit Track 100, and is the first gaming company to win this award.The business is one of the longest-running privately-owned games companies, and made the popular video game Worms. The event ranks Britain's top 100 private companies with the fastest-growing profits over their latest three years, and is compiled by Fast Track and...
  
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• SarahBryan1 commented Notts-based gaming company wins award for its fast growth

  21-06-2017 20:18
  
  A Nottingham-based gaming company has won an award in recognition of its fast growth.Team 17 won the 'One to Recognise' award, as part of The Sunday Times BDO Profit Track 100, and is the first gaming company to win this award.The business is one of the longest-running privately-owned games companies, and made the popular video game Worms. The event ranks Britain's top 100 private companies with the fastest-growing profits over their latest three years, and is compiled by Fast Track and...
  
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• rsherdley published Woman denies stabbing her partner

  21-06-2017 20:02
  
  A woman has denied stabbing her partner with a kitchen knife.Malgorzata Kobialka, 43, of Sherwood Rise, is on trial at Nottingham Crown Court accused of causing grievous bodily harm with intent.The victim, aged 46, was taken to the emergency department at the Queen's Medical Centre at 4am on February 19 this year after he was allegedly injured by Kobialka.Read more: Bike test drive led to a one-year banJurors heard he had a minor wound to his left arm and a more significant wound - a cut through
  
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• SarahBryan1 published East Midlands Conference Centre wins two awards

  21-06-2017 20:00
  
  De Vere East Midlands Conference Centre has won two awards for best venue.The centre won in the catergories Best Auditorium and Best Green / Sustainable Venue in the CHS Awards, which aim to recognise the best in the hospitality industry.The event, held at the Royal Armouries in Leeds, provides hotels and venues with an opportunity to showcase their facilities. The awards were judged by an independent panel of more than 50 event professionals from agencies throughout the UK.Read more: Brewers...
  
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• Sarah_Clapson published Nottingham Forest boss Mark Warburton reportedly eyeing up QPR...

  21-06-2017 20:00
  
  Nottingham Forest are reportedly targeting QPR duo Jake Bidwell and Massimo Luongo. According to The Times, Reds boss Mark Warburton is keen on bringing the pair to the City Ground ahead of the new Championship campaign. Defender Bidwell previously played under Warburton during his spell in charge of Brentford. He is also said to be attracting interest from Derby County. The 24-year-old left-back made 38 appearances for Forest's Championship rivals last season, scoring one goal. He...
  
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• Sarah_Clapson commented Nottingham Forest boss Mark Warburton reportedly eyeing up QPR...

  21-06-2017 20:00
  
  Nottingham Forest are reportedly targeting QPR duo Jake Bidwell and Massimo Luongo. According to The Times, Reds boss Mark Warburton is keen on bringing the pair to the City Ground ahead of the new Championship campaign. Defender Bidwell previously played under Warburton during his spell in charge of Brentford. He is also said to be attracting interest from Derby County. The 24-year-old left-back made 38 appearances for Forest's Championship rivals last season, scoring one goal. He...
  
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• rodmalcolm published Drug addict mum's criminal record broke judge's heart

  21-06-2017 19:57
  
  A drug addict mum got a fresh chance to go straight after a judge said it 'broke his heart' to see her criminal record.Kelly Dennis, 28, admitted four shoplifting charges around the city, the first committed three days after getting a conditional discharge for an identical offence. She appeared in custody at Nottingham Magistrates' Court which heard that the mother-of-two had been battling drugs for a decade. District Judge Tim Devas told her: "It breaks my heart to see someone of your...
  
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• rodmalcolm commented Drug addict mum's criminal record broke judge's heart

  21-06-2017 19:57
  
  A drug addict mum got a fresh chance to go straight after a judge said it 'broke his heart' to see her criminal record.Kelly Dennis, 28, admitted four shoplifting charges around the city, the first committed three days after getting a conditional discharge for an identical offence. She appeared in custody at Nottingham Magistrates' Court which heard that the mother-of-two had been battling drugs for a decade. District Judge Tim Devas told her: "It breaks my heart to see someone of your...
  
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• GemmaToulson published ​Nottingham Trent University achieves outstanding teaching...

  21-06-2017 19:54
  
  Nottingham Trent University has been awarded a gold rating in the Government's Teaching Excellence Framework for its teaching and learning.This means that an independent panel of higher education experts have judged that the university delivers consistently outstanding teaching and learning for its students, representing the highest quality to be found in the UK.The TEF is the first Government-led exercise to evaluate the quality of the undergraduate student experience in universities. It has...
  
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• MattDavies published Peter Moores delighted with players - and Steve Birks - after...

  21-06-2017 19:50
  
  Peter Moores was full of praise for his players and groundsman Steve Birks after Nottinghamshire thrashed Leicestershire by an innings and 280 runs at Trent Bridge.Notts remain unbeaten at the top of Division Two after Samit Patel hit 247 and James Pattinson took eight wickets in a one-sided match where Leicestershire were twice dismissed for 134.Leicestershire's decision to bowl first backfired spectacularly, something head coach Moores recognised as he praised Birks for the wicket his team...
  
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• Leigh_Curtis published Notts County fans have their say on Magpies' fixtures for new...

  21-06-2017 19:45
  
  Notts County fans have given their reaction to the fixtures for the new League Two season. The Magpies will begin their campaign with a trip to Coventry City on August 5 followed by a home game against Chesterfield. September looks to be a cracking month for the fans, with Lincoln City set to make the short trip down the A46 and there is also a derby with Mansfield. Christmas is something of a disappointment with the Magpies facing two long journeys in the space of four...
  
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• KitSandeman published Muslim school Jamia Al-Hudaa able to accept new pupils again...

  21-06-2017 19:41
  
  An Islamic school which was partly closed due to worries over extremism has made significant improvements - and is now able to accept new pupils again.Last year, the independent Muslim fee-paying Jamia Al-Hudaa school in Berkeley Avenue, Mapperley Park, was linked by the Department for Education with 'extremism' and 'twisted ideologies', and the residential part of the school was threatened with closure while admissions were halted to the entire school.But following an unannounced inspection in.
  
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• Barry_Cooper published Listen to our Notts County podcast on the Magpies' fixtures AND...

  21-06-2017 19:25
  
  Notts County face a tough start to the new League Two season.The Magpies must negotiate a difficult opener at Coventry City before facing another relegated League One side in Chesterfield at Meadow Lane. Kevin Nolan's men will also have Tuesday night away trips to Yeovil Town and Exeter City, while Christmas looks a tough time with a long Boxing Day trek to Morecambe followed by another away trip to Swindon. The subject of Notts' fixture list is one of the key subjects discussed in the...
  
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• rsherdley published Alleged victim of forced labour showered in unheated garage, jury...

  21-06-2017 19:13
  
  A Polish man alleged to be the victim of forced labour had travelled to Nottingham on the promise of earning £240-£260 a week, a jury heard. After doing casual work in his homeland, he told a jury how he was approached by two "gypsies in a car" and "received a proposal" to go to England to work. The man said "yes" to the offer and he left three days later, the city's crown court heard.
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• SarahBryan1 published Nottinghamshire Police arrest three people after 'circumcision'...

  21-06-2017 19:03
  
  Nottinghamshire Police have arrested three people over the alleged circumcision of a child.Officers have been investigating the circumstances surrounding a circumcision conducted on a child in July 2013, and have now made arrests today, June 21.A 61-year-old man was arrested on suspicion of grievous bodily harm with intent.Read more: Landscape gardener from Bulwell models for Versace at Milan Fashion WeekA 44-year-old man and a 47-year-old woman were arrested on suspicion of conspiracy to commit
  
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• Nottmtails published Listen to our Nottingham Forest podcast on Ben Osborn's future,...

  21-06-2017 19:00
  
  Nottingham Forest fans can start planning their weekends following the release of the Championship fixtures today. And we analyse the upcoming season in the Post's latest Reds podcast. Forest reporter Paul Taylor and Sarah Clapson look ahead to the opening game against Millwall and pick out some other key dates in the calendar for Mark Warburton's side. Can supporters feel optimistic about the campaign ahead? And what difference might a big crowd make against the Lions? Meanwhile, with...
  
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• KitSandeman published ​Young woman who was found dead warned hospital staff she was...

  21-06-2017 18:46
  
  A 25-year-old woman who was found dead in her room at a secure hospital wrote a letter to say she needed protection from herself.Cara Walls died on February 5 last year, when she was found dead at Rampton Secure Hospital, with either a bra strap or knicker elastic around her neck.Earlier that day, she wrote a note, which has now been misplaced, so cannot be presented to the jury at the inquest into her death, which is being held at the Council House, in Old Market Square.The inquest heard that..
  
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• MattDavies published Stuart Broad struggling with heel injury ahead of crucial games...

  21-06-2017 18:40
  
  Stuart Broad's fitness will be monitored closely by Nottinghamshire - and almost certainly England - after he bowled only one over on the final day of the county's win against Leicestershire.The England international left the field with a heel problem which has troubled him in recent weeks.Head coach Peter Moores says it was a precautionary move as Notts look to ensure he is fit for the crucial County Championship match against Kent, before he links up with the England after the Royal London One
  
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• Nottmtails commented Ben Osborn has no desire to leave Nottingham Forest as Newcastle...

  21-06-2017 18:30
  
  Ben Osborn has no interest in seeking a move away from Nottingham Forest – despite interest from more than one Premier League club in him. The midfielder's performances for the Reds had prompted several teams – including newly-promoted Premier League club Newcastle United – to monitor his progress intently in the final weeks of the last Championship campaign. But, while they are understood to be pondering a bid to try to take a third Forest youngster to St James' Park...
  
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• EllieCullen published Crash causes delays for drivers on A453

  21-06-2017 18:30
  
  Drivers are being warned to expect delays on the A453 this evening following a crash near Clifton.The road is partially blocked southbound following the incident, which was reported to have happened at about 3.15pm on the roundabout with Farnborough Road.The AA is reporting slow traffic around Nottingham Trent University.Read more: Landscape gardener from Bulwell models for Versace at Milan Fashion WeekNottingham City Transport tweeted that the incident was causing delays to some of its...
  
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• GemmaToulson published Nottingham asks for Government help to improve safety in...

  21-06-2017 18:14
  
  Nottingham City Council is seeking Government support for measures to improve safety in high-rise blocks in the city following the Grenfell Tower fire.The council's lead councillor for planning and housing, Cllr Jane Urquhart, has written to Prime Minister Theresa May to outline the council's commitment to learning any lessons from the tragedy – and to ask for Government support and funding to carry out any action deemed necessary.The council owns 13 high-rise blocks which are managed on..
  
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• Leigh_Curtis published Notts County boss Kevin Nolan eagerly anticipating Mansfield...

  21-06-2017 18:10
  
  Kevin Nolan cannot wait to lock horns with Mansfield Town next season as the Notts County boss targeted a fast start to the new campaign. The Magpies will face the Stags away in September in an exciting month that will see the club also take on National League champions Lincoln City. Nolan's first game in charge of Notts was against the Stags as he ended a sequence of 10 straight league defeats to record a 0-0 draw. The Magpies will face an entirely different team, however, with...
  
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• HannahMitch published Landscape gardener from Bulwell models for Versace at Milan...

  21-06-2017 17:59
  
  A landscape gardener from Bulwell has swapped his gardening overalls for couture fashion - after modelling for Versace at Milan Fashion Week.Kai Taylor, 19, had always dreamed of becoming a supermodel, but never thought his dream would come true.He became a full-time landscaper after leaving school at Top Valley Academy.But in March he decided to take the plunge, and submitted a portfolio of photographs to a modelling agency.He was snapped up by Venella One Management after his first meeting -..
  
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• SarahBryan1 published Flowers planted in problem potholes

  21-06-2017 17:54
  
  A novel approach to filling in problem potholes was found when flowers were planted in one hole in a Nottinghamshire village.But action was taken by Ashfield District Councillors Lee Anderson, who representsHuthwaite, and Glenys Maxwell, for Brierley, in protest to highlight the holes in Sutton Road, Huthwaite, which they say have been "ignored".Their aim was to make a point to Nottinghamshire County Council, as they said they were frustrated by the council's slow response to fixing...
  
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• MattDavies published Nottinghamshire tighten grip at the top of Division Two as...

  21-06-2017 17:45
  
  One of the most often uttered words by Nottinghamshire players and coaches this season has been ruthless. Words have been followed by actions for the most part and that was the case once again as Notts crushed another inferior opponent in the second tier of the County Championship. They are 40 points clear at the top having played two games more than second-placed Kent, their next opponents, who are heading towards the final day of their game against third-placed Worcestershire at New...
  
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• GemmaToulson published Police find drugs and air pistol in Hyson Green raid

  21-06-2017 17:01
  
  Police found drugs and an air pistol styled as a 'revolver' when a property was raided in Hyson Green.The warrant was executed by the force's Neighbourhood Support Unit and Crime Investigation Department today (Wednesday, June 21).Class A and B drugs were recovered during the raid, along with what was described as an "air pistol styled as a revolver".Read more: Residents react after teenage girl found dead in MansfieldA spokesman for Nottinghamshire Police said: "Officers entered...
  
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• Leigh_Curtis published Notts County set to make THIRD offer for Forest Green Rovers...

  21-06-2017 16:45
  
  Notts County are refusing to give up their chase for Liam Noble, and are set to submit a third bid for the Forest Green Rovers captain. The Post understands the former Magpies star remains one of Kevin Nolan's top transfer targets and the club is eager to bring the midfielder back to Meadow Lane. Notts have already seen two bids rejected by newly-promoted Rovers, who have slapped a £100,000 price tag on the talented 26-year-old.Notts manager Kevin Nolan wants to sign Liam...
  
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• EllieCullen published Nottinghamshire Police are getting 'unprecedented' number of...

  21-06-2017 16:40
  
  Nottinghamshire Police say they are getting an 'unprecedented' number of calls to their control room due to the warm weather.Waiting times for non-emergency calls may be longer than usual as a result.People are being urged to consider whether it may be more appropriate for them to call 101, rather than 999.A spokesman said: "We are currently experiencing an unprecedented level of demand in our control room as a result of the warm weather we're having."Our team is working hard to answer...
  
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• Nottingham Post published Garry Birtles 'wouldn't bet against' Jason Cummings scoring lots...

  21-06-2017 16:00
  
  Post columnist Garry Birtles says he's had good reports on Nottingham Forest's new signing Jason Cummings. Forest made their first new signing of the summer at the weekend in Jason Cummings from Hibernian. I must admit he's not someone I know a huge amount about personally, but I've spoken to a few people about him and like what I hear. People at Sky, where I work, who cover Scottish football have told me good things about him and I'm told Sunderland were hoping to get Cummings signed up...
  
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• Sarah_Clapson commented Own goal from Football League leaves Nottingham Forest, Notts...

  21-06-2017 15:51
  
  The fixtures for the new season have only just been released, but already Nottingham Forest and Notts County face the possibility of some alterations. And that includes the Reds' first game of the Championship campaign. Mark Warburton's men host Millwall at the City Ground first up, with the match pencilled in for Saturday, August 5. However, Nottinghamshire are due to play Durham at Trent Bridge in the T20 Blast on the same day. A statement from the club said: "The game against...
  
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• LynetteP published The Footman's Rest takes the crown for outstanding service at...

  21-06-2017 15:46
  
  This year's winner of the outstanding service category in the Nottinghamshire Food and Drink Awards could not have been trained to a higher standard. Steven Scott Kaye, co-owner of the Footman's Rest, really was a footman in the Royal Household.The courtesy and attention to detail appreciated by the Royal Family is offered to customers at the Canning Circus business, which trades as a tea parlour during the day and as a cocktail, champagne and wine bar once the light begins to fade."I'm...
  
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• isaacashe published Appeal made to find missing teen

  21-06-2017 15:43
  
  A 13-year-old is missing from his Nottinghamshire home, say police.Keelan Lewis, who is originally from the Kirkby-In-Ashfield area, was reported missing from the Worksop area at around 8.50am yesterday (Tuesday, June 20).Keelan is described as white, of medium build and is around 5ft 10in tall.Read more: Cause of city centre sink hole is being looked intoHe has short mousey hair and was last seen wearing a white T-shirt, black Nike tracksuit bottoms and black Nike trainers. He was also carrying
  
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• SarahBryan1 published Residents react after teenage girl found dead in Mansfield

  21-06-2017 15:39
  
  Residents say they are shocked after a police investigation was launched into the discovery of a 17-year-old girl's body at a house in their street. The house in Foston Close, Mansfield, has been taped off as police carry out their investigations.Officers were called to the Oak Tree estate at 1.45am today (Wednesday) amid concerns for her safety, writes the Mansfield Chad. A 21-year-old man has been arrested on suspicion of murder.Locals said they weren't sure what had happened on the street,...
  
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• isaacashe published Police operation outside Nottingham jail was 'routine'

  21-06-2017 15:31
  
  Police activity outside HMP Nottingham last night was a 'routine operation'.Nottinghamshire Police has reassured residents following their operation - which has the code name - Operation Tyrosin outside the prison in Perry Road, Sherwood, last night (Tuesday, June 19).While operational details could not be disclosed, a police spokesman has told the Post that it was a "routine operation" carried out by Nottinghamshire Police.Read more: Murder arrest after 17-year-old girl's body found...
  
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• Nottinghamshire v Leicestershire: Division Two leaders win by an innings

  21-06-2017 15:24 via bbc.co.uk
  
  Nottinghamshire extend their lead at the top of Division Two with a resounding innings win over neighbours Leicestershire.
  
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• Sarah_Clapson published Right people now in place to take Nottingham Forest forward, says...

  21-06-2017 15:20
  
  Nottingham Forest legend John Robertson believes the Reds now have "the right people to take us forward". An overhaul at the City Ground in recent months sees the Reds go into the 2017/18 season with a new owner in Evangelos Marinakis, while boss Mark Warburton begins his first full campaign with the club. Warburton guided Forest to Championship safety in the nine games he oversaw last term, and there were positive signs on the pitch during that time. Off the field, Marinakis was...
  
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• KitSandeman published Theresa May ditches manifesto commitments in Brexit-heavy Queen's...

  21-06-2017 15:18
  
  Theresa May has torn up much of the Conservative manifesto to deliver a legislative timetable for the next two years dominated by preparations for Brexit. Of the 27 bills and draft bills unveiled in her first Queen's Speech, eight are devoted to the complex process of withdrawal from the EU, including a Repeal Bill to overturn the 1972 Act which took Britain into the European Economic Community and separate Bills on customs, trade, immigration, fisheries, agriculture, nuclear safeguards and...
  
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• isaacashe published Traditional African 'love potion' could be used to treat...

  21-06-2017 15:00
  
  A plant used in traditional Nigerian medicine as an aphrodisiac for centuries could form the basis of a new drug to treat Alzheimer's disease.Researchers at the University of Nottingham have found an extract taken from the leaves, stem and roots of the Carpolobia Lutea tree - known more commonly as cattle stick - could help to protect chemical messengers in the brain which are vital in memory and learning.These new drugs, based on the plant native to central and west Africa, could tackle patient
  
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• LynetteP published The best international restaurant in Nottingham will leave your...

  21-06-2017 14:48
  
  From that British seaside favourite fish and chips to Caribbean jerk chicken, you can eat your way around the world without leaving Nottingham. The city centre and outlying areas are bursting at the seams with diverse cuisine from just about every country on the map so it comes as no surprise that the international category of the Nottinghamshire Food and Drink Awards attracts so many contenders. Nominations poured in for restaurants specialising in Polish, French, American, Italian,...
  
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• isaacashe published Cause of city centre sink hole is being looked into

  21-06-2017 14:43
  
  The cause of a 'sink hole' which appeared in Nottingham city centre is being investigated by workers today.Yesterday (Tuesday, June 20) a hole appeared in the pedestrianised walkway in Long Row, next to the Council House.Read more: Murder arrest after 17-year-old girl's body found at houseBarriers and cones were put up around the area and PCSOs were directing people away, and today the scene has been fully fenced off while investigations are carried out.
  The cause of the collapse is not yet...
  
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• isaacashe commented Cause of city centre sink hole is being looked into

  21-06-2017 14:43
  
  The cause of a 'sink hole' which appeared in Nottingham city centre is being investigated by workers today.Yesterday (Tuesday, June 20) a hole appeared in the pedestrianised walkway in Long Row, next to the Council House.Read more: Murder arrest after 17-year-old girl's body found at houseBarriers and cones were put up around the area and PCSOs were directing people away, and today the scene has been fully fenced off while investigations are carried out.
  The cause of the collapse is not yet...
  
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• JHLewis published The Black Bull is named Nottinghamshire's best out of town venue

  21-06-2017 14:37
  
  The Black Bull has brought fine dining to the former colliery village of Blidworth – and done it so well that it scooped the Best Out of Town Award at the Nottinghamshire Food and Drinks Awards.It beat off competition from two established names in rural dining to top the category and add another credit on an honours board that also includes two AA Rosettes.In a short time, the Black Bull has created a loyal following. Nominating the pub-restaurant, Sharan Jones said: "The food and...
  
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• Sprinklers for all Nottingham City Council's tower blocks

  21-06-2017 14:36 via bbc.co.uk
  
  The move has been prompted by the Grenfell Tower fire in London.
  
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• Leigh_Curtis published Notts County owner Alan Hardy relishing Lincoln City clash but...

  21-06-2017 14:13
  
  Notts County owner Alan Hardy is relishing facing Lincoln City next season after the fixture list was finally revealed. The Magpies were handed a tough opening six games which kicks off with a trip to Coventry and followed by a home clash with Chesterfield. Both sides were relegated from League One last season and are highly fancied to be among the promotion challengers. But it is the game against National League champions Lincoln which has excited the Magpies chairman with the Imps back...
  
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