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• Nottingham Post published James Anderson rues batting failure but says England can still...

  15-07-2017 23:01
  
  England admit their batting fell below the required standards at Trent Bridge, but they still believe they can beat South Africa from a highly-improbable position in the second Test.James Anderson was the only England bowler to take a wicket - he managed five of the 15 which fell on a hectic second day - but it was England's batting which let them down as they were bowled out for 205 in little more than 50 overs.They therefore conceded a first-innings deficit of 130, despite Anderson's five for.
  
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• MattDavies published England Under-19s coach Keith Downing hopes European Championship...

  15-07-2017 22:28
  
  Nottingham Forest duo Ben Brereton and Joe Worrall have played a leading part in England's next generation winning trophies this summer.Worrall captained a Young Lions squad to victory at the Toulon Tournament, while striker Brereton scored three goals as England won the Under-19s European Championships on Saturday.After the Under-20s also won the World Cup, Under-19s coach Keith Downing hopes the success of the age group team this summer can continue to drive all of the teams on to further...
  
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• HannahMitch published Alfreton Road crash caused traffic delays

  15-07-2017 21:24
  
  A crash caused delays to vehicles on a main road into the city. The accident happened at around 3pm on Saturday on Alfreton Road, and police assisted at the scene to help traffic flow freely.Read more: Police warn cricket supporters to be vigilant at Trent BridgeThere were no serious injuries following the crash, but traffic heading towards Nottingham experienced delays for a few hours until it had been cleared. The Sherwood Neighbourhood Policing team tweeted:Assisting @RadfordRdCops...
  
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• MattDavies published Nottingham Forest striker Ben Brereton helps England Under-19s...

  15-07-2017 20:13
  
  Nottingham Forest striker Ben Brereton came off the bench as England Under-19s were crowned the champions of Europe.Keith Downing's Young Lions made history by beating Portugal 2-1 in Gori to become the first England side to win the UEFA Under-19 European Championship.Second-half goals from Aston Villa defender Easah Suliman and Manchester City striker Lukas Nmecha – either side of Dujon Sterling's own goal – were enough to secure a hard-fought victory. Brereton replaced Nmecha with.
  
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• MattDavies commented Nottingham Forest striker Ben Brereton helps England Under-19s...

  15-07-2017 20:13
  
  Nottingham Forest striker Ben Brereton came off the bench as England Under-19s were crowned the champions of Europe.Keith Downing's Young Lions made history by beating Portugal 2-1 in Gori to become the first England side to win the UEFA Under-19 European Championship.Second-half goals from Aston Villa defender Easah Suliman and Manchester City striker Lukas Nmecha – either side of Dujon Sterling's own goal – were enough to secure a hard-fought victory. Brereton replaced Nmecha with.
  
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• Leigh_Curtis published Kevin Nolan "reasonably pleased" with Notts County win...

  15-07-2017 20:10
  
  Kevin Nolan was "reasonably pleased" with Notts County's win over Basford United but says there is still plenty to work on. The Magpies boss saw his side secure a 2-0 victory over the Evo-Stik Northern Premier League Division One South side thanks to an own goal and a good finish from Alex Howes. It was a significant step up in class from the game against Rolls Royce Leisure with the hosts boasting two experienced strikers up front in Ben Hutchison and Liam Hearn. The only...
  
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• Leigh_Curtis commented Kevin Nolan "reasonably pleased" with Notts County win...

  15-07-2017 20:10
  
  Kevin Nolan was "reasonably pleased" with Notts County's win over Basford United but says there is still plenty to work on. The Magpies boss saw his side secure a 2-0 victory over the Evo-Stik Northern Premier League Division One South side thanks to an own goal and a good finish from Alex Howes. It was a significant step up in class from the game against Rolls Royce Leisure with the hosts boasting two experienced strikers up front in Ben Hutchison and Liam Hearn. The only...
  
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• HannahMitch published Council steps in to help junior school put into special measures

  15-07-2017 19:55
  
  Langley Mill Junior School is putting together an action plan after a damning Ofsted inspection in May.Inspectors visited the school on May 16 and 17 and found the school to have an overall rating of "inadequate" in all areas except student behaviour which was rated "requires improvement".Derbyshire County Council has now stepped in to help the school in Bailey Brook Crescent, which has 247 pupils aged seven to 11.The lead Ofsted inspector, Helen Richardson, said: "This...
  
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• HannahMitch commented Council steps in to help junior school put into special measures

  15-07-2017 19:55
  
  Langley Mill Junior School is putting together an action plan after a damning Ofsted inspection in May.Inspectors visited the school on May 16 and 17 and found the school to have an overall rating of "inadequate" in all areas except student behaviour which was rated "requires improvement".Derbyshire County Council has now stepped in to help the school in Bailey Brook Crescent, which has 247 pupils aged seven to 11.The lead Ofsted inspector, Helen Richardson, said: "This...
  
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• MattDavies published Wretched batting means England face massive struggle against...

  15-07-2017 19:19
  
  James Anderson might have hoisted Ben Stokes' trousers up to spare his blushes, but the England batsmen pulled the bowler's pants down with a wretched performance to leave them facing a first defeat at Trent Bridge in a decade.Anderson came to the vice-captain's aid when Stokes threatened to lose his trousers after injuring himself fielding impressively.Stokes proved to be fine, but England's batting was anything but as they were dismissed for 205 after Anderson had four for four in 16 balls at.
  
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• HannahMitch published Man jailed after attempting to meet up with 11-year-old girl

  15-07-2017 19:12
  
  A man who tried to set up a meeting to have sex with an 11-year-old girl has been jailed.David Weiss, 37, of Harrow Close, Rainworth, did not realise he was actually communicating with a specialist investigator and the girl didn't really exist when he arranged the meeting on an internet chat room.Weiss cancelled the day before he was due to meet the "girl" on February 23 2017, after seven days of messaging to make the arrangements. Read more: Police investigate death of man at property...
  
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• HannahMitch published National Lottery results: Winning Lotto numbers for Saturday July...

  15-07-2017 18:39
  
  It's a DOUBLE rollover on the National Lottery tonight - so somebody could be scooping an estimated jackpot prize of £8.2 million.To get the jackpot - or a share of it - players must match all six of the main numbers in the Lotto draw.The numbers range from one to 59, and tickets cost £2.Read more: Police investigate death of man at property in BestwoodHere are the results for Saturday, July 15:The winning Lotto numbers are: 56, 8, 7, 47, 14, 58. The bonus ball is 23.The winning...
  
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• HannahMitch published Police warn cricket supporters to be vigilant at Trent Bridge

  15-07-2017 17:47
  
  Cricket supporters at Trent Bridge are being warned to keep their belongings safe after reports of items being stolen. Rushcliffe local neighborhood policing team took to Twitter to make people aware.
  Read more: Former boxer opens new food stand in Notts city centreThere have been four reports of wallets being taken from supporters' pockets whilst visiting the toilets at Trent Bridge.
  4 x reports of wallets being taken from supporters pockets whilst visiting toilets @TrentBridge #ENGvsSA. Be...
  
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• Leigh_Curtis published Notts County secure second pre-season victory of the summer as...

  15-07-2017 17:39
  
  Notts County strolled through their second pre-season friendly with another victory as they secured a 2-0 win over Basford United.In what was their second test against non-league opposition, the Magpies were rarely troubled as goals from Elliott Hewitt and Alex Howes proved decisive. Like the 6-0 win over Rolls Royce Leisure game the previous week, manager Kevin Nolan named a side in each half. There were a few trialists on show with Ross Fitzsimmons, a goalkeeper, and striker Callum...
  
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• HannahMitch published Joules announces opening date for new bigger shop

  15-07-2017 17:02
  
  Fashion retailer Joules has announced the opening day of its new larger city centre unit which is just a few doors down from its existing store.The company will open its new shop in Bridlesmith Gate onWednesday July 19 in the space which was previously occupied by Hobbs.The new bigger unit is situated between Cath Kidston and Kurt Geiger and the finishing touches are being put in place ahead of their opening.On the opening day prizes will be available to shoppers visiting the store including a..
  
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• HannahMitch published Joules announces opening date for new bigger Nottingham shop

  15-07-2017 17:02
  
  Fashion retailer Joules has announced the opening day of its new larger city centre unit, which is just a few doors down from its existing store.The company will open its new shop in Bridlesmith Gate onWednesday July 19 in the space which was previously occupied by Hobbs.The bigger unit is situated between Cath Kidston and Kurt Geiger and the finishing touches are being put in place ahead of opening day.On the day, prizes will be available to shoppers visiting the store including a £200...
  
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• sherdley published Where have drivers been caught speeding?

  15-07-2017 16:47
  
  Speeders have been slapped with hundreds of pounds in court fines and costs in Nottinghamshire.Here are the latest drivers to be dealt with at Nottingham Magistrates' Court.* Oliver Brown, 25, of Sneinton Boulevard, will have to pay £215 after he was caught speeding. JPs fined him £100, ordered he pay £30 towards victim services, costs of £85, and his driving licence will be endorsed with three penalty points. Brown was behind the wheel of a Vauxhall when his recorded...
  
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• sherdley commented Where have drivers been caught speeding?

  15-07-2017 16:47
  
  Speeders have been slapped with hundreds of pounds in court fines and costs in Nottinghamshire.Here are the latest drivers to be dealt with at Nottingham Magistrates' Court.* Oliver Brown, 25, of Sneinton Boulevard, will have to pay £215 after he was caught speeding. JPs fined him £100, ordered he pay £30 towards victim services, costs of £85, and his driving licence will be endorsed with three penalty points. Brown was behind the wheel of a Vauxhall when his recorded...
  
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• HannahMitch published Police investigate death of man at property in Bestwood

  15-07-2017 16:41
  
  Police are investigating after a man was found dead at a property in Bestwood on Thursday night.
  Nottinghamshire Police have officially named the man as 51-year-old Nicholas Powell.Residents reported seeing an ambulance and police cars turn up on Belconnen Road at around 7.50pm on Thursday and block off part of the street while they carried out their investigations.Read more: Where have drivers been caught speeding?Crime scene investigation units were still at the address on Saturday. The...
  
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• MattDavies commented Five strikers Nottingham Forest could sign to replace Britt...

  15-07-2017 16:32
  
  Britt Assombalonga is likely to leave Nottingham Forest as they look to secure the best possible deal for the striker, if they cannot convince him to stay at the City Ground.Middlesbrough, Burnley and Watford all hope to sign the frontman, who hit 14 goals last season, with a fee of around £14m a possibility.Manager Mark Warburton will want a replacement and here the Post looks at five possible targets the Reds boss could consider.1. Daryl MurphyThe 34-year-old hit 27 goals in 2014/15...
  
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• NatalieFahy published How often should you change your bedsheets, pyjamas, toothbrush...

  15-07-2017 15:53
  
  It's one of those things you really want to know about other people - but never dared ask in case you're the dirty one. How often do you need to change your bedsheets? And what about your nightwear - and the dishcloth by the side of the sink?We bust the myths, and put your mind at rest.PyjamasPyjamas are worn right next to the skin and can harbour bacteria if not changed regularly. Experts recommend changing every two wears, or at least once a week.DishclothsThe average dishcloth is said to...
  
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• Nottmtails published If Britt Assombalonga does want to leave Nottingham Forest, then...

  15-07-2017 14:26
  
  Post columnist Kenny Burns questions whether Britt Assombalonga owes Nottingham Forest just a little loyalty after they stood by him through his career threatening injury… but says if the striker wants out of the City Ground, then their only priority is to get as much money as possible for him.There is no such thing as loyalty in football any more, even for a club that looked after him for so long when he was injured – so, if Britt Assombalonga wants to leave Nottingham Forest, let.
  
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• Nottmtails commented If Britt Assombalonga does want to leave Nottingham Forest, then...

  15-07-2017 14:26
  
  Post columnist Kenny Burns questions whether Britt Assombalonga owes Nottingham Forest just a little loyalty after they stood by him through his career threatening injury… but says if the striker wants out of the City Ground, then their only priority is to get as much money as possible for him.There is no such thing as loyalty in football any more, even for a club that looked after him for so long when he was injured – so, if Britt Assombalonga wants to leave Nottingham Forest, let.
  
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• MattJarram published Former boxer opens new food stand in Notts city centre

  15-07-2017 14:25
  
  A former boxer has set up a healthy food stand in Nottingham city centre following a surge of interest in the grub he makes at his gym.Jewaid Khaliq, 46, from The Meadows, has set up Jav's Spice Hut in Clinton Street East in the city centre with his wife, Shaista, 44, and daughter Samia, 21.Former boxer Jewaid, who was the ABA Champion and represented England where he won two Area titles and a Commonwealth title, runs the Jawaid Khaliq Boxing Academy in St Ann's.Read More: The Alchemist in...
  
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• SarahBryan1 published Nottingham Post's Baby of the Year is back – here's how to...

  15-07-2017 14:18
  
  Practice your poses and comb your little one's hair – the Post's Baby and Toddler of the Year competition launches on Monday.Last year around 1,000 babies and toddlers were entered into the annual competition, which is split into four categories; 0-9 months, 10-18 months, 19-36 months and 3-5 years old.The winners in each category will be given a £250 cheque. One child will also be declared the overall baby or toddler of the year and receive an additional £500 prize.Taking home
  
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• Nottmtails published Nottingham Forest youngsters like Ben Brereton need patience, not...

  15-07-2017 14:04
  
  Post columnist Kenny Burns has high hopes for the future of Ben Brereton, Joe Worrall and the other young men making the step up to the senior side under Mark Warburton – but says they must still be afforded plenty of patience, as they continue their development next season. Ben Brereton's success with England this summer will do him no harm at all. It will have been a fantastic experience for him. I do have one concern, that being that he will not have had much of a break; he might...
  
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• MattDavies published Former Nottingham Forest striker Teddy Sheringham new head coach...

  15-07-2017 13:51
  
  Former Nottingham Forest and England striker Teddy Sheringham is back in management after landing a job in India.The 51-year-old is the new head coach of Indian Super League side Atletico de Kolkata.Sheringham had been out of work since leaving League Two club Stevenage last season.Read more: Forest hope for Britt bidding warA record of seven wins from 33 games meant his managerial stock was low, but he will hope to strengthen his reputation in Kolkata.The Indian team is in part owned by Spanish
  
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• rodmalcolm published Depressed man receives court bill for growing cannabis

  15-07-2017 13:12
  
  Depressed Graham Samuels got a £105 court bill for growing cannabis - but his partner has already penalised him. She was annoyed to discover he had used her attic to cultivate five plants, city magistrates heard. Sarah Roberts, mitigating, told the court: "His partner was completely unaware of what was going on in her home and was unimpressed. "To some degree, he has been punished in his own home." She told the court that Samuels had been prescribed anti-depressants but...
  
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• rodmalcolm commented Depressed man receives court bill for growing cannabis

  15-07-2017 13:12
  
  Depressed Graham Samuels got a £105 court bill for growing cannabis - but his partner has already penalised him. She was annoyed to discover he had used her attic to cultivate five plants, city magistrates heard. Sarah Roberts, mitigating, told the court: "His partner was completely unaware of what was going on in her home and was unimpressed. "To some degree, he has been punished in his own home." She told the court that Samuels had been prescribed anti-depressants but...
  
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• MattDavies published Championship transfer rumours: Birmingham City linked with...

  15-07-2017 13:11
  
  The second city is looking to reunite the Chelsea pensioners, according to the Sun.After Aston Villa signed John Terry, rivals Birmingham have been linked with a move for 36-year-old former England left-back Ashley Cole, who is now with LA Galaxy in the MLS.Villa midfielder Jordan Veretout could leave Villa Park soon after L'Equipe said Real Betis want to sign him on loan.Derby could be frustrated in their £2m pursuit of Tom Huddlestone after he was offered a new deal by Hull.The Hull...
  
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• rodmalcolm commented Banned motorist in court after driving rusty car he used as a...

  15-07-2017 12:45
  
  When left with nowhere to call home, Kyle Gill paid £70 for a rusty car so he could sleep in it.But he ran into trouble when he headed for a quiet spot - because he is banned from driving, a court heard.City magistrates gave him an eight-week prison term, suspended for a year, and a 16-month driving ban.But they wished him well after hearing that he has swapped Basford for Skegness and got a job for the first time in his life.Read more: 'Rejected' football kids fight to keep training...
  
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• MattJarram published Football team for 'rejected kids' fights pitch eviction threat

  15-07-2017 11:25
  
  A team of 'reject' kids who never played in school football teams because of health problems are fighting to stay on the pitch they use for training.Rejects FC – which supports 52 children with autism, cerebral palsy, heart problems and behavioural issues – have been using the pitch at The Ridge on Ridgeway for nearly a year.The idea to start the team came from Tracy, 34, and Jay Dooley, 43, of Bestwood, who were sick of seeing their 11-year-old son Harrison never picked for the...
  
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• HannahMitch published Weeks of roadworks ahead to improve layout of Woodside Road

  15-07-2017 10:33
  
  Improvements to Woodside Road means weeks of roadworks are in store for drivers.Nottingham City Council wants to improve parking for the University campus and for residents in the area. To do this, Woodside Road will be reduced to one lane in both directions. Parking bays for residents will be created from Manton Crescent up to Derby Road in both directions, and pay by phone parking by the University Campus will be installed.Works are expected to start on July 17 for five days and then from July
  
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• HannahMitch commented Weeks of roadworks ahead to improve layout of Woodside Road

  15-07-2017 10:33
  
  Improvements to Woodside Road means weeks of roadworks are in store for drivers.Nottingham City Council wants to improve parking for the University campus and for residents in the area. To do this, Woodside Road will be reduced to one lane in both directions. Parking bays for residents will be created from Manton Crescent up to Derby Road in both directions, and pay by phone parking by the University Campus will be installed.Works are expected to start on July 17 for five days and then from July
  
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• Nottingham Post commented Phillip Schofield pays off a struggling mum's debt on This...

  15-07-2017 10:04
  
  This Morning viewers were moved to tears after presenter Phillip Schofield agreed to clear a mum's debts so she could take her daughter on holiday. The mum - named only as 'Jo' - called in to the show for advice after receiving a demand for rent. She told Phillip and fellow presenter Holly Willoughby that she was now faced with around £1,000 worth of debt, the Daily Mirror reports, and that she didn't know how to cope. Her voice cracking with emotion, Jo said the news had come just...
  
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• MattJarram commented There's a new bridge over the M1 - and it cost £15m

  15-07-2017 09:59
  
  A new bridge over the M1 built to improve access to a £1bn housing development has officially opened – with the first cars crossing over it.The £15 million bridge links the site of the 4,250 home Lubbesthorpe estate, near Leicester Forest East, to Leicester, the Leicester Mercury reports.Civic dignitaries, highways officials and members of the Drummond family, who own the development land, gathered for a ceremony to declare the motorway crossing open.Read More: Cricket legend..
  
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• HannahMitch published Woman who made neighbours' lives a misery is banned from street...

  15-07-2017 09:34
  
  A woman who made her neighbours' lives a misery has been banned from the street where she lived.Angela Winter, 40, must stay away from her home address in Masefield Crescent, Balderton, Newark, following a hearing at Nottingham Magistrates Court.Winter first received a Criminal Behaviour Order on April 5, 2017, but breached it and was taken back to court by Nottinghamshire Police and Newark and Sherwood District Council.District judge Timothy Devas was told, at the hearing on July 6, that the...
  
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• HannahMitch commented Woman who made neighbours' lives a misery is banned from street...

  15-07-2017 09:34
  
  A woman who made her neighbours' lives a misery has been banned from the street where she lived.Angela Winter, 40, must stay away from her home address in Masefield Crescent, Balderton, Newark, following a hearing at Nottingham Magistrates Court.Winter first received a Criminal Behaviour Order on April 5, 2017, but breached it and was taken back to court by Nottinghamshire Police and Newark and Sherwood District Council.District judge Timothy Devas was told, at the hearing on July 6, that the...
  
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• MattJarram published Man arrested on suspicion of producing cannabis in Notts

  15-07-2017 08:35
  
  Nottinghamshire Police have arrested a man in Mansfield after two cannabis factories have been found.A 54-year-old man was arrested on Wednesday, July 12 on suspicion of two counts of production of cannabis.Read More: Jobless man jailed after heaping 'misery' on a blind woman and sonOfficers uncovered the first grow, which has an estimated value of up to £250,000, in Hermitage Lane, Mansfield last week. Enquiries then led officers to another address in Wellow Close, Mansfield yesterday...
  
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• MattJarram published Arrests after reports of men armed with weapons in Netherfield

  15-07-2017 08:08
  
  Nottinghamshire Police have made four arrests after receiving reports of a group of males armed with weapons attacking a property in Netherfield.Three males, aged 47, 22 and 16, have been arrested on suspicion of criminal damage and a 49-year-old man has been arrested on suspicion of affray. They remain in police custody.Read More: 'Horrific attack' leaves Mr Nottingham finalist needing 44 stitches and reconstructive surgeryOfficers are investigating after being called to a property in Arthur...
  
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• MattJarram commented 'Horrific attack' leaves Mr Nottingham finalist needing 44...

  15-07-2017 07:00
  
  A former Mr Nottingham finalist was left needing 44 stitches and reconstructive surgery to his lip and gums after a 'horrific' attack which has left him struggling to sleep and having flashbacks.Now pub worker Joe Coupe, 25, from Hucknall, is set to lose his front four teeth as a result of the attack.This means the former National School pupil will have to pay more than £4,000 for dental implants, as he has been told that he does not qualify to have the treatment on the NHS. The unprovoked
  
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