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• MattDavies commented Steven Mullaney overcame stomach pains on the way to his career...

  27-06-2017 23:26
  
  Steven Mullaney admits he overcame illness to reach his career best first-class score as Nottinghamshire look to secure an innings victory against Kent in their day/night game at Trent Bridge.The all-rounder hit 168 in a total of 371 as Kent closed 86 behind with just six wickets in hand going into day three on 105 for four.Mullaney said he was suffering from stomach pains on day one before returning refreshed to build a stand of 222 with Alex Hales (85).Read more: Notts want Forest to move...
  
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• KitSandeman published 'Graham Allen should never have to buy a pint in Bulwell again'...

  27-06-2017 22:36
  
  Alex Norris, the newly elected MP for Nottingham North, has called for the end of what he called 'cyclical poverty' in his constituency, as he made his maiden speech in Parliament earlier today. Making a maiden speech is an important milestone in any MP's career. It is the first chance to make a speech during a debate in the House of Commons chamber. Mr Norris started his speech by thanking to his predecessor, Graham Allen, who was the MP for Nottingham North for 30 years. He said: "All...
  
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• KitSandeman commented 'Graham Allen should never have to buy a pint in Bulwell again'...

  27-06-2017 22:36
  
  Alex Norris, the newly elected MP for Nottingham North, has called for the end of what he called 'cyclical poverty' in his constituency, as he made his maiden speech in Parliament earlier today. Making a maiden speech is an important milestone in any MP's career. It is the first chance to make a speech during a debate in the House of Commons chamber. Mr Norris started his speech by thanking to his predecessor, Graham Allen, who was the MP for Nottingham North for 30 years. He said: "All...
  
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• MattDavies published Jake Ball becomes latest Nottinghamshire injury worry as Mullaney...

  27-06-2017 22:21
  
  Jake Ball will be assessed in the morning after suffering an injury scare on another day of dominance for Nottinghamshire against Kent. He left the field having taken the key wicket of Daniel Bell-Drummond for six as Kent were reduced to 105 for four at the close, leaving them with a deficit of 86 and a major battle to avoid a heavy defeat. Head coach Peter Moores said Ball felt a pain in his knee after his 13th delivery and was withdrawn as a precaution to be assessed the next day, but...
  
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• KitSandeman published Gantries removed from M1 to make way for £120 million...

  27-06-2017 22:02
  
  Work continues on the multi-million pound upgrade to turn the M1 into a smart motorway. The £120m scheme will see Highways England improve 7.5 miles of the vital route in a project which aims to make journeys faster and more reliable by providing an extra lane in each direction, particularly around East Midlands Airport. Highways England has removed five overhead gantries from the motorway between junctions 24 and 25 ahead of new ones being installed later this year. The work, which...
  
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• KitSandeman published Off-duty police officer who saved suicidal teenager's life wins...

  27-06-2017 22:01
  
  A Nottinghamshire Police officer has been nominated for a bravery award after he helped talk down a mentally-ill man threatening to jump off a bridge.The actions of PC Lloyd Major will be recognised at the 22 Police Bravery Awards in London next month.Just five days before Christmas in 2014, Derbyshire Police received a call from a suicidal teenage male who was on the B600 Nottingham Road bridge, where it crosses the A38 to Alfreton. The teen suffered from a history of mental illness and was...
  
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• KitSandeman published Holidaymakers stuck on plane at East Midlands Airport for three...

  27-06-2017 21:54
  
  A Beeston woman who was stuck on the ground for more than three hours at East Midlands Airport has said it felt like they were 'prisoners'.The full Jet2 plane was stuck after a minor accident at the destination it was supposed to be travelling to, Tenerife South.The cabin was told that a plane landing at the Canarian airport had suffered a puncture, and could not be moved, meaning planes could not land on the strip.Because of this, hundreds of passengers were left stranded at East Midlands,...
  
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• KitSandeman published Holiday makers stuck on plane at East Midlands Airport for three...

  27-06-2017 21:54
  
  A Beeston woman who was stuck on the Tarmac for more than three hours at East Midlands airport has said it felt like they were 'prisoners'The full Jet2 plane was stuck after a minor accident at the destination it was supposed to be travelling to, Tenerife South.The cabin was told that a plane landing at the Canarian airport had suffered a puncture, and could not be moved, meaning planes could not land on the strip.Because of this, hundreds of passengers were left stranded at East Midlands,...
  
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• rodmalcolm published Man 'vanished' into darkness moments before being found dead on...

  27-06-2017 21:14
  
  A tram driver has told how he was unable to avoid hitting a man on a night blighted by crackly phone lines and overworked control room staff.An inquest heard that alcoholic Peter Rothwell, 51, suffered "unsurvivable" multiple injuries in the late night incident between stops at Basford and David Lane.Driver Carl Blackburn said people went onto restricted areas "every day" and a control room worker asked if he had seen anyone on the track that night."I said 'no' I had not...
  
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• KitSandeman published Jay McGuiness is 'on the run' with former band mate and believed...

  27-06-2017 20:57
  
  One of Nottinghamshire's most famous sons is currently 'on the run' from hunters – but it's all in the name of charity.Strictly Come Dancing winner Jay McGuiness is taking part in a popular TV show, called Hunted, in which people try to disappear for two weeks, while being pursued by a specialist team trained in modern surveillance methods.The 26-year-old has been evading the 'hunters' for nine days now, and is on the cusp of reaching the 14 days after which he will have successfully...
  
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• rsherdley commented Dangerous driver hit speeds of 90mph before crash on Sainsbury's...

  27-06-2017 20:00
  
  A dangerous driver ended up crashing into a car in a Sainsbury's car park after a terrifying police chase. Gary Miller, 27, of Coppice Road, Arnold, had just driven at speds of 90mph as he fled from officers in a Renault Megane. Judge Stuart Rafferty QC, who deferred sentence on Tuesday (June 27) for six months, told Miller: "For 3.17 miles you drove as if the road was filled with palm trees, never mind cars and people."Miller briefly stopped for the police car during the chase....
  
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• DanRussell published Little Mix fans told they can't take photos of the group at...

  27-06-2017 19:43
  
  Little Mix will perform an open-air gig this weekend but the group has released a long list of what you can do and what you definitely cannot at the concert.The girls will take to the stage at Donington Park on Saturday as part of the group's Summer Shout Out Tour.Before the big event some FAQs have been released to answer some of the most asked questions - including those on the "enhanced" security.Before You ArriveQ: What should I bring with me?A: We recommend bringing the following...
  
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• MattDavies published Nottinghamshire determined Nottingham Forest WILL move opening...

  27-06-2017 19:16
  
  Nottinghamshire have insisted they want Nottingham Forest to move their opening Championship game of the season to avoid a clash with their T20 match on the same day. Notts face Durham at Trent Bridge on Saturday August 5 from 2.30pm, half an hour before Forest are scheduled to kick-off their campaign against Millwall at the City Ground. The cricket club are not keen or easily able to move a NatWest T20 Blast fixture which has been place since the winter, whereas Forest's schedule was only...
  
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• HannahMitch published Hucknall school receives a good Ofsted rating after being told it...

  27-06-2017 19:12
  
  Broomhill Junior School has received a positive Ofsted inspection this year after being told it required improvement two years ago.The school on Broomhill Road, in Hucknall, was judged to be of a "good" standard by inspectors who visited the school in May. The lead inspector, Mandy Wilding, praised the headteacher, Andrew Beckinsale-Yates, saying he has a deep sense of care and aspiration for the pupils.She said: "He is determined that pupils have positive learning experiences and...
  
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• Nottmtails published Nottingham Forest working in a difficult market - Watch Paul...

  27-06-2017 19:09
  
  Nottingham Forest are working in "a difficult marketplace" as boss Mark Warburton tries to add to his squad. Reds reporter Paul Taylor talks about the club's slightly slow start in the transfer market so far this summer, in our latest Forest video. Striker Jason Cummings is the sole new arrival, and it looks as though the Reds have missed out on transfer target Connor Mahoney, who is understood to be close to signing for Premier League Bournemouth. "It is a blow because he...
  
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• laurahammond published Cancer group launches new service dedicated to men

  27-06-2017 18:53
  
  A new service dedicated to men at risk of prostate cancer has formally launched in Bobbers Mill.BME Cancer Communities hosted its first session at The Vine Community Centre on Tuesday (June 27) ahead of the launch of a dedicated health "Check Tings Out" clinic on Monday, July 3.The clinic will focus on prostate cancer, which is the most common cancer to affect adult men in the UK.Read more: New £130,000 soft play area comes to West BridgfordMen of 40 years and older can attend...
  
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• KitSandeman published Newly-elected Mansfield MP Ben Bradley gives his maiden speech in...

  27-06-2017 18:49
  
  The newly-elected MP for Mansfield, Ben Bradley, has used his maiden speech in the House of Commons to call for the government to support regeneration and economic growth.In his speech, Mr Bradley paid tribute to Mansfield's history, and called for the establishment of a coal mining museum.But Mr Bradley also said there is still much to be done to improve the constituency's economy in particular, referring to the empty shops in the town centre, and what he called the 'decline' of Market...
  
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• Sarah_Clapson published 'Not sure if Bournemouth have cushions on their bench' -...

  27-06-2017 18:41
  
  Nottingham Forest fans have been having their say on the news the Reds look to have missed out on transfer target Connor Mahoney. It is understood the winger, who is out of contract at Blackburn Rovers, is now set to join Premier League Bournemouth. Mahoney had completed a medical at the City Ground and agreed personal terms with Forest, but a move Trentside was held up by the club's failure to agree compensation terms with relegated Blackburn. That allowed other teams to register their...
  
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• Sarah_Clapson commented 'Not sure if Bournemouth have cushions on their bench' -...

  27-06-2017 18:41
  
  Nottingham Forest fans have been having their say on the news the Reds look to have missed out on transfer target Connor Mahoney. It is understood the winger, who is out of contract at Blackburn Rovers, is now set to join Premier League Bournemouth. Mahoney had completed a medical at the City Ground and agreed personal terms with Forest, but a move Trentside was held up by the club's failure to agree compensation terms with relegated Blackburn. That allowed other teams to register their...
  
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• Nottingham Post published Nottingham culture is 'the stuff legends are made of', says Art...

  27-06-2017 18:40
  
  Arts Council England's Midlands director Peter Knott on new funding for art and culture in Nottingham and Nottinghamshire... The best art and culture is so often rooted in the character, history and geography of the places and people producing it, making it distinctive and authentic. And having worked in Nottingham for many years, I've discovered the area's rich culture and heritage. It's the stuff legends are made of, the likes of which many places can only dream about. This is a county...
  
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• laurahammond published Nottingham's Mr England hopeful plans charity pub crawl

  27-06-2017 18:29
  
  A soldier who served alongside Prince Harry in Afghanistan will return to Nottingham for a charity pub crawl - just days before he competes for the title of Mr England.Lance Corporal Joyde Wilson, 24, will visit two Clifton pubs on Saturday, July 8, in aid of Beauty with a Purpose.The charity, associated with the Miss World competition, supports disadvantaged children across the world.Joyde, who has been based at RAF Wattisham in Suffolk since he joined the Army aged 16, wanted to support the...
  
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• JHLewis published Arts Council ploughs £24m into Nottinghamshire culture

  27-06-2017 18:18
  
  Nottingham will benefit from a shift in arts spending towards the regions, with £24m to be invested in city and county over the next four years. Fresh money will also be put aside for seven local new additions to the national portfolio of organisations supported by Arts Council England. Three bodies are to get grant increases: regional dance agency Dance 4, community cultural organisation City Arts and the big winners - Hyson Green's New Art Exchange, whose grant will rise from...
  
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• Nottmtails commented The questions Nottingham Forest must answer before any Britt...

  27-06-2017 17:49
  
  Little more than a year ago, Britt Assombalonga strolled out of the Stadium MK exit, in shorts and a t-shirt, dragging a suitcase behind him, preparing to head off on holiday. The trademark grin, usually a permanent fixture on his face, was again firmly in place.But then he had plenty to smile about.His mind, at that point, will have been filled only with one thought – putting more than a year on the sidelines behind him and proving that he could complete his comeback from a career...
  
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• JonPritchard published Elderly woman targeted in attempted distraction burglary

  27-06-2017 17:41
  
  Police have released images of three men they would like to speak to in connection with an attempted distraction burglary in Nottinghamshire.A man visited a 74-year-old woman's house in Gloucester Road, in Worksop, just after 1.30pm on Friday, June 9, offering to work in her garden.While she was distracted by the man, two other men entered the house. An untidy search was carried out but nothing was taken.Read more:New school to be opened by Archbishop of YorkThe first man in the photos is...
  
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• NatalieFahy published Ryanair flight FR13 / RYR100T spotted circling East Midlands...

  27-06-2017 17:32
  
  A Ryanair flight has been spotted circling above East Midlands Airport - but there is no need to worry.Flight FR13 / RYR100T took off from the airport, near Castle Donington, at 13.59 and has been going round and round ever since.It was scheduled to land at 4.21pm, but seems unlikely to reach its destination, which is listed as Prestwick on flight tracking website Flight Radar 24.For those who have spotted it, it seems likely the plane is on a training exercise.Read more: Bright yellow...
  
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• NatalieFahy commented Ryanair flight FR13 / RYR100T spotted circling East Midlands...

  27-06-2017 17:32
  
  A Ryanair flight has been spotted circling above East Midlands Airport - but there is no need to worry. Flight FR13 / RYR100T took off from the airport, near Castle Donington, at 13.59 and has been going round and round ever since. It was scheduled to land at 4.21pm, but seems unlikely to reach its destination, which is listed as Prestwick on flight tracking website Flight Radar 24. For those who have spotted it, it seems likely the plane is on a training exercise.
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• HannahMitch published New £130,000 soft play area comes to West Bridgford

  27-06-2017 17:00
  
  A new soft play centre which caters for all of the family has opened in a former west Bridgford restaurant - and parents can even enjoy a glass of bubbly while their little ones have fun.Astro World, which officially opened today (Tuesday, June 27), is located in the site previously occupied by the Oriental Pearl in Stratford Road.Managing director Bo Laws said she opened the space themed venue - where the walls are adorned with a variety of intergalactic paintings - because she believed the...
  
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• HannahMitch published Power restored following blackout in Chilwell

  27-06-2017 16:58
  
  Power has been restored to homes and businesses in Chilwell following a blackout this morning. A squirrel climbing on cables at a Nottinghamshire retail park caused the power cut after it was electrocuted.
  Read more: Dirty and unsafe Notts takeaway shut down after inspectionA total of 655 customers were left without power from 9.40am in the NG9 5, NG9 6, and NG9 3 postcodes.Western Power Distribution engineers worked to restore power, with supplies rerouted to 80 customers by 10.20am, and...
  
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• Nottingham night market set to return to the Lace Market this July ... - Nottingham Post

  27-06-2017 16:57
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  Nottingham night market set to return to the Lace Market this July ...
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  Nottingham's summer night market will return to the city next month. Thousands of visitors are expected to descend on the historic Lace Market where 30 local ...and more »
  
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• Sarah_Clapson published Notts County move League Two clash at home to Wycombe Wanderers

  27-06-2017 16:51
  
  Notts County have made another change to their fixture schedule, with the League Two clash at home to Wycombe Wanderers moved.When the fixtures were released last week, Kevin Nolan's Magpies were originally scheduled to host the Chairboys on Saturday, March 31.However, the match at Meadow Lane has now been brought forward 24 hours to Good Friday (March 30), with a 3pm kick-off.Notts have already moved their game at home to Colchester United, to avoid clashing with neighbours Nottingham...
  
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• HannahMitch published Two rescued from kitchen fire in Carlton

  27-06-2017 16:18
  
  Fire crews from Carlton and London Road fire stations attended a kitchen fire in Carlton this afternoon. At 1.15pm a room in a house in Greenwood Road was on fire and two occupants were led to safety before the crews arrived.
  Read more: Dirty and unsafe Notts takeaway shut down after inspectionThe fire was extinguished shortly afterwards at 1.39pm. A spokeswoman from Nottinghamshire Fire and Rescue Service said: "Two breathing apparatus were used and one hose reel was used to...
  
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• karenantcliff published ​How much is stamp duty? Home buyer facts at your fingertips

  27-06-2017 16:10
  
  It's exciting, I know, but buying a house is an important decision - and if you've decided or are even thinking about buying a house then it's important to do your homework. Get all the facts and factor in all the costs. Unfortunately, property is no exception when it comes to the old adage '... nothing can be said to be certain, except death and taxes'. And a tax that applies to property is stamp duty.
  Read more: Your guide to living in Nottingham city centreBut what exactly is stamp duty?...
  
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• GemmaToulson published New school to be opened by Archbishop of York

  27-06-2017 16:03
  
  A new £5.7m primary school building in Nottingham will be opened by the Archbishop of York.Dr John Sentamu will officially unveil the new Bluecoat Academy Church of England Primary School on Thursday (June 29).The school will accommodate 420 students in the new building on the site of the old Shepherd School, in Harvey Road, Bilborough, including a specialist unit for children with autistic spectrum disorder and a nursery for three and four year olds.Read more: Bright yellow helicopter...
  
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• LynetteP published Nottingham night market set to return to the Lace Market this...

  27-06-2017 15:50
  
  Nottingham's summer night market will return to the city next month. Thousands of visitors are expected to descend on the historic Lace Market where 30 local traders will be showcasing food, crafts, jewellery and vintage clothing.There will be a mix of stalls both inside The Lacehouse bar in Broadway and out in the street, plus live music, on July 6. The range of hot and cold food includes Greek gyros, vegetarian dishes, pizza, sourdough doughnuts, cakes and churros. Also on sale will be...
  
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• laurahammond published Thousands of medical letters undelivered across East Midlands

  27-06-2017 15:30
  
  GPs across the East Midlands are dealing with a backlog of thousands of undelivered medical letters - including those destined for Nottingham patients.An investigation by the National Audit Office (NAO) reveals that there were 351,500 undelivered items of sensitive correspondence, including clinical notes and screening test results, in the East Midlands in June 2015.The NAO conducted the investigation into how the NHS Shared Business Services (NHS SBS) handled the correspondence, which was...
  
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• JonPritchard published Appeal over attempted robbery in Carlton

  27-06-2017 15:30
  
  A shop owner challenged a man who was attempting to rob his store in Carlton on Monday - resulting in the criminal leaving empty handed.The man visited Carlton News, in Foxhill Road East, at around 9pm yesterday (Monday, June 26) carrying an item wrapped in a carrier bag.He walked up to the counter and demanded money from the till - but the owner, who was in the store on his own, challenged the man and he left empty handed.Electrocuted squirrel caused Chilwell power cutHowever, some damage was..
  
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• Nottingham Post published Meet the Nottingham Post Sports Awards 2017 sponsors

  27-06-2017 15:24
  
  The Nottingham Post Sports Awards have become a staple of the sporting calendar across the county, with success and achievement celebrated from grassroots through to elite level competition. Back for a sixth year, the awards ceremony will take place on October 26 at the East Midlands Conference Centre. A number of well-respected businesses have once again provided their backing – and in their own words, reveal a message for all those taking part.Nottingham College – Young...
  
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• EllieCullen published Bright yellow helicopter could be spotted above Nottingham today

  27-06-2017 15:12
  
  If you spot a bright yellow helicopter in the skies above Nottingham today, you might be wondering what it is.You might mistake it for the air ambulance - which is also yellow - but it's more likely to be the Western Power Distribution chopper.The power company has tweeted to say the helicopter, which is one of five owned by WPD, will be patrolling power lines in Nottingham today (Tuesday, June 27).These routine checks are conducted in different areas on a daily basis to make sure power lines...
  
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• JonPritchard published One hundred Ferraris to parade in Nottingham city centre as part...

  27-06-2017 15:01
  
  Up to 100 Ferraris will parade through Nottingham city centre as part of a worldwide celebration of the iconic brand's 70th anniversary.Graypaul Nottingham is hosting an event at Belvoir Castle on July 25 before the cars will parade along Maid Marian Way and Friar Lane.The free event will allow visitors to get a glimpse of the Limited Series LaFerrari Aperta, of which 200 will ever be sold, as well as scores of other supercars.Former Fifth Gear presenter Johnny Smith will be the special guest on
  
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• NottmPostEG published Blue Oyster Cult at Rock City in Nottingham will be supported by...

  27-06-2017 14:00
  
  US blues rock guitarist Jared James Nichols is the special guest on the Blue Oyster Cult tour that comes to Rock City on June 28. Kevin Cooper finds out more from the man himself
  How does it feel getting the Blue Oyster Cult tour?This was another one which for me was high on my bucket list. I am a huge fan of rock music and also of Blue Oyster Cult. When I have finished my set I become a little kid and simply watch those guys perform. It's also cool because we will be playing some of the same...
  
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• NottmPostEG published Little Mix at Donington Park on July 1 - stage times, set list,...

  27-06-2017 13:50
  
  Little Mix are heading to the East Midlands this weekend and it's the closest we're going to get to pop's biggest girl group until their Glory Days tour heads to Nottingham for two nights at the Motorpoint Arena this November.The open-air gig at Donington Park on Saturday, July 1 is part of the quartet's Summer Shout Out Tour and if you're heading out of the city for this big summer gig, here are the details you need.What songs will Little Mix sing?Having sold over seven million records and with
  
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• karenantcliff published ​You won't believe how many first time buyers don't know what a...

  27-06-2017 13:47
  
  What do you think are the top ten questions asked by first time buyers? You can understand questions like 'How much can I borrow?' and 'How much is stamp duty' but 'What is a mortgage'? Getting ready to buy a first home can often be a daunting experience. Taking the plunge into an unfamiliar world of credit scores and mortgages can often lead first time buyers to turn, at first, to the internet to provide them with the answers they need.
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• isaacashe published Electrocuted squirrel caused Chilwell power cut

  27-06-2017 13:41
  
  A squirrel was electrocuted when climbing on cables at a Nottinghamshire retail park this morning – causing hundreds of homes and businesses to be plunged into darkness.At around 9.40am a power cut hit supplies in the Chilwell area, with some 655 customers off in the NG9 5, NG9 6, and NG9 3 postcodes.Western Power Distribution engineers worked to restore power, with supplies rerouted to 80 customers by 10.20am, and just three still without power by 12.15pm.Read more: Unsafe Notts takeaway.
  
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• isaacashe commented Electrocuted squirrel caused Chilwell power cut

  27-06-2017 13:41
  
  A squirrel was electrocuted when climbing on cables at a Nottinghamshire retail park this morning – causing hundreds of homes and businesses to be plunged into darkness.At around 9.40am a power cut hit supplies in the Chilwell area, with some 655 customers off in the NG9 5, NG9 6, and NG9 3 postcodes.Western Power Distribution engineers worked to restore power, with supplies rerouted to 80 customers by 10.20am, and just three still without power by 12.15pm.Read more: Unsafe Notts takeaway.
  
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• DaveWhitfield commented Nintendo announces new SNES: What does it cost and when is it...

  27-06-2017 13:35
  
  If you grew up playing Super Mario Kart, Donkey Kong and Zelda, then there's some great news from Nintendo.The company has announced it is launching an updated form of its legendary Super Nintendo Entertainment System, or SNES.The SNES was the follow-up to the Nintendo Entertainment System, and was launched in Europe in 1992.Read more: GAME rescues owner of Nottingham's video gaming centre from administrationThe new Nintendo Classic Mini: Super Nintendo Entertainment System launches on September
  
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• Sarah_Clapson commented Evangelos Marinakis 'already making his mark' at Nottingham...

  27-06-2017 13:29
  
  Nottingham Forest legend John Robertson has praised new owner Evangelos Marinakis for "already making his mark" at the City Ground. After taking over from Fawaz Al Hasawi last month, the Greek has quickly got to work creating a positive impression, winning over fans and former players. A 10 percent reduction in season ticket prices has seen supporters snap up the offer in huge numbers, with the club having already exceeded last year's total number sold and pass the 15,500...
  
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• isaacashe published Unsafe Notts takeaway shut down after inspection

  27-06-2017 13:07
  
  A dirty Nottinghamshire takeaway has been closed with immediate effect until it cleans up its act.Matiz Ali and Choudhry Shoaib-Ur-Raza, who run the Kirkby Balti House in Kirkby-in-Ashfield, have been served with a Hygiene Emergency Prohibition Order after inspectors found a host of food safety, hygiene and health and safety issues.Raw and cooked foods were found together, the building and the takeaway's equipment hadn't been cleaned or disinfected properly, and staff weren't washing their hands
  
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• Omari Sterling-James: Mansfield Town sign Solihull Moors forward

  27-06-2017 12:55 via bbc.co.uk
  
  Mansfield agree to sign attacker Omari Sterling-James on a free transfer from National League side Solihull Moors.
  
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• NatalieFahy published Scores of jobs on offer at Experian - one of Nottingham's biggest...

  27-06-2017 12:49
  
  If working at Experian - one of Nottingham's biggest and most successful companies - appeals to you, then there is a wide variety of jobs on offer at the moment.The information group recorded revenues of $4.3 billion (£3.30 billion), up from $4.16 billion (£3.19 billion) a year ago, in the 12 months to the end of March.Profit before tax was $1.12 billion (£860m), compared to $1.07 billion (£820m) in 2016. So a job with Experian could be quite a secure one.Here's just some
  
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• What's the story behind Nottingham's Crown Island? - Nottingham Post

  27-06-2017 12:48
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  What's the story behind Nottingham's Crown Island?
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  Tune in to local radio any weekday morning or evening and you hear how traffic is backing up at the Crown Island along Middleton Boulevard. Professor John Beckett of the University of Nottingham explains how this awkward junction came into being.
  
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