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Nottingham mobile speed camera locations for week beginning Monday April 21

April 21, 2014, 1:58 am
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Speed cameras will be in the following locations across Nottinghamshire this week.
A60 Nottingham Rd, Mansfield A60 Nottingham Rd/Mansfield Rd, Ravenshead B6011 Nottingham Rd/Portland Rd, Hucknall B6018 Sutton Rd, Kirkby in Ashfield B6030 Forest Road, Mansfield A6191 Southwell Rd West, Mansfield B6040 Retford Rd, Worksop A631 Gringley to Beckingham (Nr Mutton Lane) A631 Flood Plains Road, Beckingham A616 Ollerton Rd, Caunton A617, Kirklington A609 Ilkeston Rd/Wollaton Rd/Russell Drive/Trowell Rd, Nottingham A6008 Canal Street, Nottingham A6200/A52 Derby Rd, Nottingham Beechdale Rd/Hollington Rd/Wigman Rd, Nottingham Bestwood Park Drive, Nottingham Radford Boulevard / Lenton Boulevard, Nottingham Nottingham Rd / Leake Rd, Gotham A609 Ilkeston Road, Trowell Shelford Road, Radcliffe on Trent Spring Lane, Lambley

Nottingham mobile speed camera locations for week beginning Monday April 21

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Council to draw up plans for street lights on 'dangerous' road

April 21, 2014, 3:45 am
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Street lighting could be improved along a busy commuter road at an estimated cost of £100,000. It follows a petition of more than 1,500 students, staff and residents calling for action to improve safety along Station Road in Kegworth. There were also calls for reducing the speed limit from 60mph to 40mph – with Notts County Council set to investigate this too. Veterinary medicine student Adeel Khan organised the petition and said it was a "no brainer" that the road should be made safer. The 22-year-old added: "It's great to see so many people come out and support the campaign as it's such a huge issue for the whole community here. "The university has supported us and the council has been very good with the campaign. Two councillors have come out to see the road and look at the problem and that was encouraging. "Students often are seen as being a bit apathetic, but we are a big part of the community around here and we want to make a difference. "When we've gone round with the petition, people were really keen to see something done – it's unsafe and to us it's a no brainer that the council should look at sorting the problems." Station Road, in Kegworth, connects students at the University of Nottingham's Sutton Bonington campus to the village. A survey found 92 per cent felt "very unsafe" when using the road. A petition with 1,515 signatures was given to the council calling on them to look at street lighting, clearer road markings, cycle path, a lowered speed limit – currently 60mph – and a bus stop along the street. The University of Nottingham have made a commitment to fund up to £50,000 and the council will now look at drawing up a "detailed design and costing" of the scheme. Kevin Greaves, chairman of the transport and highways committee, said: "The county council is considering its options regarding Station Road and a petition is due to go before the next meeting of the committee on April 24 where it will be discussed. "We are also looking to form a working group involving ourselves and representatives of the university, to establish the most beneficial measures within the available resources." A council report pointed to the fact that the authority has looked to save money on street lights by switching them off in previous years. It said: "There has been an ongoing project for the last few years to reduce lighting costs in terms of annual maintenance and the cost of electricity. "To install additional new lighting at a time when the aim is to reduce overall lighting costs will need careful consideration." The plans will be discussed in full at the transport and highways committee on Thursday at County Hall, Loughborough Road, West Bridgford, from 10.30am. Is there a road near you that you think is unsafe? E-mail newsdesk@nottinghampost.com For more politics news, click here.

Council to draw up plans for street lights on 'dangerous' road

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Teachers to strike again this summer

April 21, 2014, 3:56 am
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Teachers have voted to stage further strikes this summer, causing widespread disruption to schools across Nottinghamshire. The walkout is the latest episode in a bitter row over pay, pensions and conditions. The National Union of Teachers (NUT) vowed to step up their campaign of industrial action at their annual conference in Brighton. Delegates backed a priority motion which calls on the union to co-ordinate national strike action in the week beginning Monday, June 23, if "significant" progress is not made in resolving the long-running dispute. The NUT has said it would not rule out more than one day of strikes, and the resolution also left the door open for further action in the autumn. The move leaves hundreds of thousands of schoolchildren across England and Wales facing the prospect of school closures and disruption to lessons. The Department for Education has previously condemned the union's strike action, saying it disrupts families and holds back children's education.

Teachers to strike again this summer

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Elton John protege in male voice choir festival concert at Albert Hall

April 21, 2014, 4:06 am
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A MUSICIAN who has played with Elton John has been given a scholarship to help her enrol in the Royal Academy of Music. Pianist Isata Kanneh-Mason, 17, of Mapperley Park, will sing with the Carlton Male Voice Choir on Saturday April 26 at the Albert Hall in North Circus Street. She will sing a duet of Variations on a Shaker Melody by Aaron Copland with the choir, having played the viola for Sir Elton in Los Angeles in September. "I have always loved music and my ambition is to become a professional pianist," said Isata, who passed her grade eight at age 11. "I'm looking forward to the performance, it should be a great chance to say thank you to the choir. "I'll be studying piano mainly as it's my speciality and get a degree in music. I play other instruments and sing too so the degree will help me improve all round." The Carlton Male Voice choir has donated £500 to Isata, which will contribute to her tuition fees at the Royal Academy of Music, where she starts next year. Funding comes from the group's annual Music Maker award, of which Isata is the 2014 winner. "Getting the donation from the choir will help massively," added Isata. "Tuition fees are expensive and in the future I will always remember the kindness of the Carlton Male Voice Choir for their donation. Performing with them on Saturday is the least I can do." Elton John studied at the Royal Academy and since hitting global super stardom has set up a talent spotting programme to help identify bright young talent. And Isata, who attends Trinity School in Aspley, was coy on her role when playing with Sir Elton at the University of Southern California. "I was a part of his band for a one-off," she said. "It was an amazing experience and we played songs mainly from his latest album. "He did play some of the classics like Candle in the Wind, Rocket Man and I'm Still Standing as well, which was nice." Isata also reached the regional final of the BBC Young Musician of the Year. Alan Dawson, marketing manager for the Carlton Male Voice Choir, says: "Our Festival Concert is always a fantastic night of music in a great venue. Our regular audience gets to hear the choir singing new songs and in return for their continued support we endeavour to make the show as varied as possible. "This year the Nottingham public has an opportunity to see Isata making a local appearance before she takes her career to the next level." Welsh 1940s-style trio The Siren Sisters will also play Nottingham for the first time at Saturday's showpiece. The crooners will share the stage with Carlton Male Voice Choir and Isata from 7.15pm at Nottingham's Albert Hall in North Circus Street. For tickets and more information, visit carltonmvc.org.

Elton John protege in male voice choir festival concert at Albert Hall

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Body in York's River Ouse is missing Nottingham soldier Tyler Pearson

April 21, 2014, 4:54 am
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Police have identified the body of a soldier found in the River Ouse, York, as that of Tyler Pearson. Signaller Pearson, 18, of the 2nd Signal Regiment based in York, went missing when he entered the River Ouse near The Lowther Pub in the early hours of Thursday, April 3. He is believed to be a former pupil of Kimberley Comprehensive School. North Yorkshire Police were called at around 11.05am on Thursday, April 17, after a body was found in the water at Skeldergate Bridge. Officers believe he was trying to swim to the far bank at Queen's Staith during a night out. His family have been notified. North Yorkshire Police and Crime Commissioner Julia Mulligan said: "My heart goes out to Tyler's family." "Work is currently under way with groups across York and families of recent river victims to make some short films to highlight the dangers of the river. "In the longer term we will devise a sustained and powerful campaign to help prevent more lives being needlessly cut short." Signaller Pearson's commanding officer, Lt Col Hargreaves, said the soldier had recently arrived in York and was "bright, keen and enthusiastic".

Body in York's River Ouse is missing Nottingham soldier Tyler Pearson

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The top 10 restaurants in Nottinghamshire - according to TripAdvisor

April 21, 2014, 5:36 am
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How do you decide where to go for a bite to eat? Do you trust the professional restaurant reviewers? Or do you go by word of mouth? Website TripAdvisor ranks its restaurants by user reviews - complete with readers' photos. Here's the top ten, according to submitted reviews on the website - along with what people said about them.
1. La Rock, 4 Bridge Street, Sandiacre Cuisine: French, contemporary, British Number of reviews: 352 - 95% recommend Maybeormaybenot: 'Went here with high expectations - and we were not disappointed! Attentive but not intrusive service - and we enjoyed the explanation of the courses as we went along, relaxing ambience, and, most importantly, excellent food. Will definitely be back.' Barbara H: 'FABULOUS ! If you haven't been, you should try it. I am positive you won't be disappointed. Can't fault anything, definitely going back.'
2. The Circle Eatery, 7 Market Street, Bingham Cuisine: European, Italian, vegetarian, pizza and pasta, hamburgers Number of reviews: 26 reviews - 100% recommend Howard M: 'The welcome you receive from Javid is one of the warmest and most sincere you can hope for. Everyone likes to feel special and the whole team certainly go out of their way to make you feel exactly that. The food is always excellent. The steak burger is one of the best I have ever had, followed closely by 'The Big Hug'. My partner and I are trying to work our way through the entire menu and have enjoyed every dish we've had. The home made lasagne is also to die for. I really didn't want to tell the world how great this little gem is as we want to keep it all to ourselves, but that would be mean....' Taso6991: 'What a brilliant place. Lovely atmosphere, no snobbery, just lovely fresh tasting hearty food. Burgers are very special. Very child friendly place as well. One of the nicest places to eat in Notts. Chef Alli is a genius!!'
3. Al Naseeb, 45 Market Place, Long Eaton Cuisine: Indian Number of reviews: 187 - 95% recommend Jill_Ria: 'We have visited Al Naseeb on several occasions and it never disappoints. The food is always delicious and beautifully presented. The service is second to none, friendly and helpful if you are not sure what to try. I cannot praise this restaurant highly enough....which is why we keep going back! ' Wad2703: 'Clean & welcoming restaurant, attentive friendly staff. Attention to detail, every aspect of meal was excellent, not greasy as in some Indian restaurant dishes. Plenty of flavour & spice without the heat. Will be back and will/would definitely recommend.'
4. Restaurant Sat Bains, Lenton Lane, Nottingham Cuisine: British Number of reviews: 416 - 90% recommend Razzo_9: 'Had a great night! Food, service and ambience perfect! Recently visited Le Manoir and have to say that Sat Bains was half the price and twice as good! Catered for 2 different dietary requirements out of 4 with absolute ease and my vegetarian option did not compromise my experience in any way. 10 course taster menu with wine flight was everything you would want it to be and then more. Probably the best Michelin experience we have ever had. Thank you and well done to Sat and the team - we will be back!' Richard S: 'Finally got to come to Sat Bains and it was great. Not the best place we have eaten in Nottingham but absolutely lovely, the cheese course is fantastic but wasn't keen on the ham, peas and egg... The egg was textured very strange indeed. That won't put me off coming back though. Weird location, stiff service staff but all made up for by the amazing food, very talented bunch of chefs!'
5. Madhatter Tearoom,25-27 Main Street, Kimberley, Nottingham Cuisine: Breakfast / brunch, lunch Number of reviews: 119 - 93% recommend MHansen117: 'This is truly one of my favourite places ever. The cakes are amazing, the atmosphere is fun/quirky and the staff are extremely helpful. I can't think of a tearoom/cafe with a more welcoming feel and we really did not want to leave, we could happily have stayed there for the rest of our lives. Madhatter is ALL about the customer experience, which is a rare find these days.' E F: 'I am a local to the area, and how lovely it is to be able to walk into Kimberley and experience a lovely cup of Earl Grey. Great cake and most of all be made to feel relaxed and comfortable even with children in hand. The owner is most welcoming and always makes you feel special and even if you are just having a quick drink after the school run, the experience does not change. My little boy Harry loves going in the coffee shop and trying on the different hats on display. This coffee shop has really brought the community together through its events which the owner organises, like the recent craft fair. Very refreshing and something to celebrate.'
6. Beauvale Priory Tearooms, Beauvale Abbey Farm, New Road, Moorgreen, Nottingham Cuisine: Tea room Number of reviews: 45 - 100% recommend Viviannew: 'Shame this place isn't nearer to home and open all week as it's perfect. We sat outside among the chickens. We had a Mother's Day special afternoon tea and think was some confusion over what came with it, but sorted with no fuss. It's not a la carte and neither are the prices, what you get is homemade and very English and that's what you expect from a good afternoon tea. Service was efficient and friendly.' Clare S: 'We visited for lunch on a recommendation from my mum. Due to its out-of-the-way location, I expected it to be empty but it was packed full! So I then expected that we would have to wait ages for our lunch but it arrived within five minutes. So I then expected it to be mediocre and not properly fresh but it was absolutely delicious and completely fresh! What a treat! Great food in great surroundings and even some farm animals wandering around outside to keep the kids happy. Loved it! Will definitely be returning when I'm back in the area.'
7. Latino Restaurant, 25/27 Chilwell Road, Beeston, Nottingham Cuisine: Italian / Mediterranean Number of reviews: 41 - 95% recommend Mark&Nic: 'Beeston has a few small places to eat and Latino is one of the best. I booked a table on February 13th because that's our anniversary and the place was a little empty ahead of the 14th rush...perfect! We had a nice bottle of SA red and a fine three-course Italian meal. The staff were perfect, just enough attention to make you feel at home but not overpowering. Change out of £50 for two sealed the deal, we will definitely return.' Deborah S: 'Went to Latinos to celebrate my friend's birthday there was six of us, I wasn't disappointed we had a lovely greeting waiting for our friends and showed to our table. The restaurant is smartly decorated and nothing was too much trouble. We ordered the garlic mushrooms, then I had chicken with asparagus, Parma ham with a tomato, mushroom, onion and cream sauce and steamed veg - it was lovely - followed by nut and chocolate sundae. I haven't had a meal so nice all together in one venue; it's a credit to the chef. I will be back and will be booking the venue room for my partner's birthday.'
8. Cafe Roya, 130 Wollaton Road, Beeston, Nottingham Cuisine: Vegetarian Number of reviews: 73 - 97% recommend holiday_postcard: 'Had three courses and all were excellent, from the chickpea patties to start, spicy Mexican mole main and coconut pudding with stewed rhubarb, all was delicious. I'm veggie but my parents eat meat and we all really enjoyed it and will be back again soon. Lovely friendly service too. Can't fault it.' Valueallreviews: 'My wife and I stayed in Nottingham for a couple of nights and one of the best things we did was to drive three or four miles to Cafe Roya in Beeston - parking nearby was easy. We are glad that we booked a week or two ahead otherwise we would not have got a table. The restaurant is deservedly very popular and every course was mouthwatering. My wife is a vegetarian and I am not, but we could both have happily returned several times to eat our way through the tempting menu, which is changed monthly. There is a choice of three or four dishes for each course and a good wine list. So if looking for a wonderful vegetarian meal in the Nottingham area look no further! The service was excellent and the bill for two, with drinks and an expression of our thanks, was just over £60.00.'
9. Ania Polish Restaurant, 558 Mansfield Road, Nottingham Cuisine: Polish Number of reviews: 195 - 90% recommend Alan C: 'Last week was our third trip to this restaurant and it never lets you down. Unlike most foreign food restaurants you feel you are eating genuine food prepared and served as you would get in a restaurant in Poland. It must be genuine there was a Polish football team there tucking in with gusto, couldn't understand a word they were all saying but their friendliness made for a great night.' Phil P: 'Since the demise of the Iberian Delight on Radford Road I have been searching for an establishment that can combine beautifully cooked food at amazing prices with fantastic service. Ania's is the place for all of this and more. As a vegetarian I can recommend the Golabki, Pierogi and beetroot soup. I can't recommend any particular dessert because I'm rarely able to eat any more after the generously proportioned starters and main courses! I eat here with my family, friends and also with business colleagues, all of whom have made return visits.'
10. Emilios Greek Restaurant, 8 High Street, Arnold, Nottinghamshire Cuisine: Greek Number of reviews: 146 - 93% recommend tabris123: 'This is the first review I have ever written on TripAdvisor but this restaurant made an impression on me because of one man - Emilio. I came here for my birthday dinner with my wife and friend. The food was great but the friendly staff and Emilio were excellent. Meeting Emilio was definitely the highlight of the night. He was so amicable and lovely. He gave us a complimentary birthday cake and a few shots on the house. The Greek dancers were entertaining too. Would definitely recommend this place to my friends.' tsamski: 'On arriving at this restaurant myself and three friends were warmly welcomed by the manager Emilio. The menu looked fabulous and we were spoilt for choice! We had dishes recommended to us and anything we wanted to know about the food / wine, Emilio was happy to explain. When the food arrived it was presented beautifully, it was excellent quality food and full of flavour. We managed to fit a sweet in which was absolutely delicious. I must say the whole experience of dinning at Emilios was a sheer pleasure and we will be returning very soon with more friends. It's Arnold's little gem of a place!'
Which one is your favourite? Or do you have another? Let us know - or vote below!

The top 10 restaurants in Nottinghamshire - according to TripAdvisor

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One in six DIY tasks are abandoned through boredom - survey

April 21, 2014, 5:42 am
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Easter Bank Holiday seems the ideal time to get those annoying DIY jobs out of the way. But a new survey from Nottingham power company E.On has revealed that half of Britons are so bad at jobs around the house that they never finish the task. One in six even give up through boredom, the survey showed. Bleeding radiators is the top job that never gets completed (61 per cent), while fitting loft insulation (52 per cent) and installing a boiler (41 per cent) are close behind. Maybe the jobs should just have been handed over to the women - the survey suggests women are more likely than men to finish the improvements.

One in six DIY tasks are abandoned through boredom - survey

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Arrest after man and woman found dead in Worksop house

April 21, 2014, 6:54 am
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POLICE have arrested a hospital patient in connection with the deaths of two people. The bodies of a man and a woman were found at a house in Harwick Road East, Worksop, on the morning of April 21. Detectives are still investigating the cause of death and are making house to house enquiries while a family liaison officer is working with the family. A 28-year-old man, arrested on suspicion of murder, is receiving treatment in hospital. Inspector Phil Davies said: "I would like to reassure the community that incidents of this nature are very rare. This was an isolated incident and we have made an arrest. House to house enquiries and patrols will be continuing in the area to reassure residents." Post mortem examinations and a formal identification are expected to conclude on April 22.

Arrest after man and woman found dead in Worksop house

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Great Britain 4 Romania 1: Match report

April 21, 2014, 7:16 am
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GREAT Britain beat Romania 4-1 to record their first victory at the World Championship (Division 1B) in Vilnius. GB, beaten 4-0 by Croatia on Sunday, dominated much of the game but had to wait until past the halfway point to score their first goal. By then they had lost the services of forward Matthew Myers to an ankle injury - his fitness will be assessed ahead of GB's third game against hosts Lithuania on Wednesday, while Phil Hill lost a tooth. GB took the lead through a well-worked goal on the powerplay as the Nottingham Panthers pair of David Clarke and Robert Lachowicz combined to set-up Ben Davies for his first World Championship goal (32.45). A second followed under two minutes later (34.35) when former Panthers man Danny Meyers fed Mark Garside, who cut inside to set up Jonathan Phillips driving the net. Colin Shields moved joint-fifth in GB's all-time leading goalscorers list when he jammed the puck home on a rebound at 45.47, with assists going to Ben O'Connor and Nottingham's Robert Farmer. Ben Bowns, who faced 26 shots after being given the start in goal ahead of Stephen Murphy after his struggles the day before, saw his shutout broken when a giveaway in the GB defence enabled Otto Biro to score at 59.16. But GB hit straight back 18 seconds later (59.34) with Meyers and O'Connor providing the assists on Garside's neat wraparound finish. GB head coach Doug Christiansen said: "We played well with energy and commitment. "A win's a win and we will take it and move onto the hosts on Wednesday. "It was really a matter of going out and executing. "The powerplay scored two goals and the penalty kill did a good job. "One of the things crucial to us is staying out of the box. We did a great job of that yesterday and a great job today."

Great Britain 4 Romania 1: Match report

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World Book Night: Bookworms to give away free novels

April 21, 2014, 8:00 am
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MICHELLE Varney remembers her first children's book – bought for her by a friend of the family. It was the start of a lifetime of reading for pleasure. "It was a wonderful book of short stories and I loved them," said Michelle, who on Wednesday – Shakespeare's birthday – will be one of thousands of book lovers hoping to share their enthusiasm with those who rarely read. She will be one of the registered volunteers who will give up their evening to hand free volumes to strangers – either from a list of 20 paperback editions of books specially chosen for World Book Night, or favourites from their own bookshelves. Michelle, who runs a local communications business specialising in editing and proofing, will be giving away books tomorrow evening at city bar and restaurant Saltwater, at the Cornerhouse. Joining her will be Notts historical novelist Elizabeth Chadwick and representatives of local publishers Last Passage. They will be giving away copies of Matt Haig's much-admired novel The Humans – one of the 20 official World Book Night choices – and other titles including books by Nottingham writer David Belbin, Beyond This Horizon by Derbyshire writer and artist David Thompson (published by Last Passage) and brand new review copies donated by big-name publishers. "The books we're giving away are popular, not classics, and we don't ask for anything in return," said Michelle. "It's just about encouraging people who have got out of the habit of reading to pick up a book." World Book Night is in its fifth year and this will be Michelle's third year with the campaign. "You can stand around and give away books but it's more fun if you make it a party," she said. "Last year I did it at Cineworld with an Iain Banks book and it struck me that Saltwater would be the ideal place, full of lots of potential readers." The 20 titles for World Book Night are the usual mixed bag – but all selected for their potential appeal to people who don't read regularly. Or at all. Authors include prolific international best-seller machines like Nora Roberts and John Grisham; the doyenne of murder mysteries, Agatha Christie; short story magician Roald Dahl and quick-read masters such as Jeffrey Archer. Among the titles are books that inspired cinema or TV hits, like Tales of the City and Gorky Park, and memoirs from writers as diverse as family doctor Benjamin Daniels and SAS veteran Andy McNab. Nottingham's library service is doing its bit, with local librarians hoping to reach the 35 per cent of people who admit they don't read for pleasure. It's not a crime to dodge books, but campaign organiser the Reading Agency reckons lots of people who make up the 35 per cent have much to gain from discovering – or re-discovering – the pleasures of literature. Literature like Gorky Park, one the campaign's 20 reads for 2014. Martin Cruz Smith's international best-seller, published in 1981, was the basis for Dennis Potter's screenplay for the 1983 film. The mystery set in Soviet Russia is the choice of librarian Nicola Holmes, from Sneinton. "I was totally gripped by it and so absorbed that my hour-long commute on a packed London Underground passed really quickly," she said. Nicola is part of the Nottingham libraries team that will be staging three events in the city tomorrow – giveaways in Hyson Green and Clifton and a Sherlock Holmes evening. "Our aim is to attract people who do not normally read or use the library to encourage a love of reading through our events and the World Book Night books giveaways," she said. "We have chosen Sherlock as a theme for the event because it is topical with a recent popular TV series, giving a chance to discover how the original books provided the inspiration. We will also be giving away World Book Night books at the event. "These titles are all great favourites and titles that can be enjoyed by everyone." And a publisher's recommendation for a book to give to a novice reader? "The Uncommon Reader by Alan Bennett," advises Ross Bradshaw of Nottingham-based Five Leaves. "It is about an unusual reader, the Queen as it happens, who stumbles into a mobile library and her life is changed for ever. Short, light, good fun... and Alan Bennett quirky." The Uncommon Reader is published by Profile at £7.99. Did you discover the pleasure of reading later in life? Share your experiences on nottinghampost.com

World Book Night: Bookworms to give away free novels

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Bulwell food bank accused of failing to check needy

April 21, 2014, 8:00 am
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Food banks in Nottinghamshire have been accused of failing to check if people seeking vouchers are entitled to the help. An undercover investigation by the Mail on Sunday saw one of its reporters faking his way through an interview at the Citizen's Advice Bureau and ending up with £40 of groceries from a food bank at St Philip's Church in Bulwell. The Trussell Trust, who runs the centre, have more than 400 food banks across the UK and claim more than 913,000 people received three days' emergency food from its banks in 2013 to 2014, compared with 347,000 in the previous year. But with volunteers seen breaking the rules by giving out more food parcels to individuals than the Trust instructs them and claims that increased awareness of the centres is driving more people through their doors, questions have been raised about the validity of the numbers. Adrian Curtis, food bank network director at The Trussell Trust, told the Post this was an isolated incident and it was important to ensure the process of getting emergency help needed to be simple for those in need. He said: "Clearly we need to get the balance between making a referral as easy as possible for people in crisis and protecting the system against people who want to take advantage." Mr Curtis said the trust partnered with frontline staff at a range of organisations, from social workers and health visitors, through to GPs and the police, to make sure the right people were coming to the food banks. He promised to work with the network to see if the processes can be improved but was adamant he didn't want it to become too complex for people who need their help. Mr Curtis added: "We have to be realistic. There will always be people that abuse the system and no organisation can be 100 per cent tight. "But we have people coming to us who have been through traumatic experiences, people who suffer domestic violence, people with severe debt problems, and they come to us, often crying and asking for our help. Admitting you need help can be difficult enough so I would not want to make that process any more uncomfortable for them."

Bulwell food bank accused of failing to check needy

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Dog lover receives warm welcome in Old Market Square after 400-mile charity cycle

April 21, 2014, 8:00 am
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Cycling through the Old Market Square, Wendy Hopewell burst into tears at the level of support for her 400-mile charity fundraiser. Wendy, 45, of Mansfield, decided to cycle from Paris to Nottingham to raise money for the East Midlands Labrador Rescue (EMLR), where she got her two-year-old chocolate Labrador Edward from. This afternoon she arrived back in Nottingham after five gruelling days, where she was greeted by more than 50 dog owners and their pets. Wendy, who also did the cycle in memory of her 13-year-old Labrador Lawrence, said: "It was very tough and at times I didn't think I was going to make it, but thinking of Lawrence spurred me on. It is amazing to be back in Nottingham, but emotional. "The work the rescue centre do is amazing; they never turn a Labrador down. I just wanted to raise as much money as possible to help them." Wendy was joined by two friends - David Steeples, 32, of Derby and David Lovell, 38, of Lytham St Anne's - for the trip. She also took six Labradors along for the journey - including Edward - and had a support van following closely behind, driven by her partner Paul Fowkes. The 45-year-old, who runs Wendy Hopewell Beauty in Wollaton and works as a volunteer for EMLR in her spare time added: "It was great to have Edward with me, he was barking out the window a lot as though to say 'come on you're slacking'." Shortly after getting Edward, Wendy set up a Team Edward Fundraising page on Facebook to raise some support and awareness of the work at the rescue. It now has hundreds of likes by dog owners across the globe - with dozens of them turning up to support 'Team Edward' on their final day. Others from outside of the UK tuned in on Skype to watch the celebrations. The beauty therapist added: "The support has been amazing. I knew there would be a welcome but I didn't realise there would be so many people. I could hardly pedal the last few metres because I was crying so much." Dog owner Mary Kaneen had travelled from Manchester to support Wendy at the end of her bike ride. She said: "We have been sending them messages of support all the along their journey. I think what she has done is brilliant and all for a good cause." Wendy hopes to have raised around £10,000 from her bike ride, which she will hand over to Harry Cook MBE, founder of EMLR. Harry, who was among the crowd outside the Council House, said: "To Wendy and Paul, her team and all the people who came down, I just want to say a big thank you. Nothing like this has been done for us before in 34 years; I think it is a wonderful gesture and the money will make an immense difference." Are you raising money for charity? Tell us at www.nottinghampost.com

Dog lover receives warm welcome in Old Market Square after 400-mile charity cycle

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Ilkeston lad to star in new MTV show 'Ex On The Beach'

April 21, 2014, 8:00 am
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SINGLETON Jack Lomax is hoping to find love on a brand new TV dating show called Ex On The Beach. The new series on MTV promises to be deliciously devious, as eight single guys and girls are taken abroad under the belief that they are being set up on a holiday romance. But things go pear-shaped when their ex-boyfriends and girlfriends turn up on the holiday. Jack Lomax, 22, from Ilkeston, said he had no idea what the show had in store. "They were so sly about it, they kept it very quiet," he said. He applied to the show after seeing an ad, which said only "Fancy finding love abroad?". Jack said: "I thought I'd go for it so I emailed them – I got an audition and got lucky with it." But under the premise of a straightforward dating show, all he expected was a sun-soaked beach and a lot of bronzed bodies. "I just thought we were going to be put in a villa with loads of single girls and literally just have the time of our lives – but that all changed," he said. It wasn't until the second day of filming in Marbella, in southern Spain, that the cast started to notice something fishy going on. "We got a message that three random people had to go to the beach and meet a special guest. "Everyone was really anxious, we didn't have a clue what was going to happen and then we found out it was one of the girl's exes. "It was then that we all clicked on that we were being stitched up," he added. Jack was one of the lucky ones – having never had a long-term girlfriend, there was no ex around to make his life a misery. Still living at home with his parents in Ilkeston, Jack works alongside his dad and brother at a car body shop – he is also a semi-professional footballer and a black belt in karate. "To be honest I'm at the gym every night and I'm out every weekend so I don't really have time for a girlfriend," he said. Calling himself a "lad's lad", Jack lives for the weekend – Saturday afternoon, he'll be out and about in Nottingham, "eyeing up the girls shopping," followed by a night on the town. "I'm all about going out and doing what I want – when I want," he added. "I love Nottingham," he says. "When you go out it's about five girls to one lad, which no lad's going to complain about." But Jack hints that he may have met a special someone on the show with the power to tame his wild heart. He said: "I don't want to give too much away – bit there may have been someone out there who I quite liked." The adventure took him on a number of exciting dates, jet skiing, cliff jumping, trampolining – but his weirdest date was a pleasant walk in the country – interrupted by a naturist. "Me and this girl went on a walk down a long trail to a house. "So I'm there, trying to impress her and then out of nowhere we saw this guy – he was just standing there in the middle of a field, totally naked. "It was so awkward, I couldn't stop laughing." And it didn't take long for the show to get explosive, he tells us, and Ex on the Beach is full to the brim with excitement. "The show has a lot of drama, and I mean a lot," says Jack. "Much more than your average reality TV show. "There were arguments, fights – and you've heard the term love triangles? Well this show has love squares." But does 'Karate kid' Jack wind up opening a can of whoop-ass on someone? "You'll have to wait and see on that one," he says. And is there anything in the show he wouldn't want his mum to see? "Oh god, every minute of it," he said. "Well, I do get a bit naked – but it's more that I think I say some pretty rude things so I wouldn't want her to see that. He added: "I'm going to have to watch the show on my own in a quiet room so that she can't strangle me." MTV's Ex On The Beach starts Tuesday, April 22, 10pm.

Ilkeston lad to star in new MTV show 'Ex On The Beach'

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Rebecca Adlington: 'I'm happier with how I look now'

April 21, 2014, 8:06 am
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Rebecca Adlington has said she is 'definitely happier with how I look now' following reports she had a nose job. The Mansfield-born Olympic gold medallist, 25, has famously suffered online bullying about her appearance and even broke down in tears on reality show 'I'm A Celebrity' last summer as she compared herself to model Amy Willerton. Speaking for the first time about her appearance since reportedly undergoing surgery, she told the Mail on Sunday: "I'm definitely happier with how I look now. "But I wouldn't necessarily say happy. I think you still always see the same thing when you look in the mirror. "A lot of people tell me that you get more comfortable with yourself with age and obviously I've still got a lot of growing up to do. "But I will never have this figure that's big-boobed and tiny waist and curvaceous bum. "I know I have got slightly bigger shoulders than some people and an average cup size, that's not going to change." Adlington has refused to confirm or deny suggestions that she has had surgery on her nose. "If somebody else wants to know (that), well tough luck," she said. "It's my life. Loads of women have loads of things that they do - like a Kim Kardashian or whatever - but I just think if you open yourself up in that way, there's a lot more that happens. "I've never opened the door in that way. I never set out to be in the spotlight. I've fallen into it by doing something that I love, that is my passion."

Rebecca Adlington: 'I'm happier with how I look now'

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Mansfield Town 0 Cheltenham Town 2: Match report

April 21, 2014, 9:00 am
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AND so it ends. The unbeaten run. The play-off hopes. It was nice while it lasted. Mansfield Town can still take great pride from their first season back in League Two, but this was not how they wanted the dream to end. A disappointingly flat performance was punished by two goals from Jamie Cureton as Cheltenham Town snatched the three points. Manager Paul Cox rung the changes from the side held to a 1-1 draw at Accrington Stanley on Good Friday. Sam Clucas made his first start since the 1-0 defeat at York City last month, replacing Ollie Palmer up front, while Anthony Howell and Jamie McGuire came into the midfield in place of Chris Clements and Colin Daniel. Clucas looked the most likely amongst the home XI to provide a spark in the opening stages, but a largely subdued first 45 minutes offered little in the way of goalmouth action at either end of the pitch. The visitors had the edge in the possession stakes, and created the better openings, but rarely was the Mansfield back line troubled. When Cheltenham had the ball in the net inside four minutes, it threatened to be a very different game. In reality though, with the season all-but over for both teams, drama was never going to feature strongly on a mild spring afternoon. And so it proved. Byron Harrison's header, from Matt Richards' cross, fell foul of the assistant referee's offside flag and the match retained its pedestrian pace. The Robins did most of the pressing, and their best chance came just past the half hour mark. Jermaine McGlashan's low cross from the right was met by Richards a few yards from goal. The midfielder looked to turn the ball in, and some inside the ground feared he had succeeded, but on-loan Crystal Palace keeper Lewis Price and Martin Riley combined superbly to keep his effort out. That aside, David Noble's long-range shot which flew well wide was about all Cheltenham had to offer, despite much endeavour and some decent passing moves. Not that the Stags fared much better. Matt Rhead looked to nod a deep cross from Adam Murray goalwards with less than ten minutes gone, but Scott Brown comfortably plucked the ball out of the air before it could find the target. Ryan Tafazolli, meanwhile, failed to work the visiting stopper shortly after when he firmly headed James Jennings' corner over the bar. There was little for the home crowd to get excited about, and though they got behind those in yellow and blue in a strong end to the half, it was to little effect. A lethargic 45 minutes was summed up just before the whistle with a wayward shot from Darryl Westlake. The build-up was there as the Sheffield United loanee showed quick feet to cut inside and leave his marker for dead. The end product though, was lacking as he blasted the ball high and wide. A similar effort from Jennings did little to alter perceptions this was going to be typical end-of-season fare. Even after a half-time talking to from the manager, Mansfield had yet to wake up after the break. Struggling to take the game to their visitors, even their usually reliable set-pieces failed to be the weapon they have been of late. More often than not, Jennings has been able to supply some dangerous deliveries from dead-balls, but his radar was off on this occasion – one particular free-kick soon after the restart sailing clean over a packed penalty box. If the Stags needed to be stirred from their slumber, the prod in the back came in the 58th minute. Harrison skipped through the home defence with ease and slipped the ball through to Cureton, who finished with aplomb from close range. Initially, the goal looked to be exactly the inspiration Cox's men needed to mount a charge. The introduction of Palmer offered fresh legs and a willing runner. The Cheltenham back line though, offered few favours. Lacking the necessary craft and creativity to break their opponents down, it turned into a frustrating afternoon for the home side. A mix-up at the back between Price and Riley saw Cureton latch on to the ball on the left-hand side of the area. And though he still had a lot of work to do, from a ridiculously tight angle, he somehow lifted the ball over Price into the far corner to complete his brace. With ten minutes to go, that was pretty much game over for Mansfield. Cox had thrown Jake Speight on prior to Cheltenham's second in an attempt to replicate his goal-scoring introduction at Accrington. The striker at least enjoyed more joy in front of goal in his short cameo appearance than most of his team-mates had for the previous 80 minutes, but still the breakthrough would not come. Speight had one effort ruled out for offside after finding himself clean through, and he volleyed over in the closing minutes, on the back of Rhead's flick-on. MANSFIELD: Price; Tafazolli, Riley, Sutton, Westlake (Meikle 46), Howell (Palmer 60), Murray, McGuire, Jennings (Speight 77), Rhead, Clucas. Subs not used: Dempster, Briscoe, Stevenson, Daniel. CHELTENHAM: S Brown; Jombati, T Brown, Elliott, Braham-Barrett; Deering, McGlashan (Vincent 90+1), Noble, Richards, Cureton (Gornell 87), Harrison. Subs not used: Taylor, Roberts, Kotwica, Williams, Ihiekwe. ATTENDANCE: 3,586 (134 away).

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Black Lace singer for charity event

April 21, 2014, 10:00 pm
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THE lead singer of Black Lace is to headline an event to raise money for local charities.

Dene Michael, from the Nottingham-based 70s hit pop group, will be supported by Britain's Got Talent finalist Arisxandra Libantino and semi-finalist Stu Arnold.

The charity get-together is organised by the Good Old Days Group, with people being encouraged to wear fancy dress from the 60s, 70s and 80s. It will start at 7.30pm on May 16 at the Sportsman pub in Long Eaton. Tickets cost £6 on the door.

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HS2 Working Group's visit to borough

April 21, 2014, 10:00 pm
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BROXTOWE Borough Council is hosting the HS2 Working Group to discuss future development around the rail project in the area.

The meeting at the new Council Chamber in Beeston, to be held next Monday, will look at the prospect of building 500 new homes near the proposed station in Toton, which is in its consultation phase.

It will also discuss the representation of the council at higher level planning meetings for the rail project and talk about landowner opinions.

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Price drop for city RingGo customers

April 21, 2014, 10:00 pm
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DRIVERS using a mobile app to pay for parking in Nottingham will see prices drop by 20p this week.

The city council's RingGo service charges a 20p convenience fee, but this will be removed on all transactions from tomorrow.

From this date, drivers will pay the same rate using RingGo that they would by paying cash or card.

Using the app, drivers can extend their stay if they need to without having to return to the parking machine.

For free registration, visit www.myRingGo.co.uk or call 0115 8714000. RingGo is also available as a smart phone app.

People can use RingGo to pay at Curzon Street, Nottingham Arena, Sneinton Market Square and Nottingham Castle car parks and on all on-street parking locations around the city centre.

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Where is the cheapest petrol in Nottingham?

April 21, 2014, 10:00 pm
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The five cheapest places to fill up within ten miles of Nottingham city centre:

Unleaded

1. Tesco, Middle Street, Beeston, 125.9p

2. Sainsbury's, Cross Street, Beeston, 125.9p

3. Tesco, Swiney Way, Toton, 125.9p

4. Tesco, Waverley Street, Long Eaton, 125.9p

5. Asda, Loughborough Road, West Bridgford, 126.7p

Diesel

1. MRH Nuthall Road, Nuthall Road, Aspley, 131.9p

2. Sainsbury's, Cross Street, Beeston, 131.9p

3. MRH Wollaton Spar, Wollaton Vale, Wollaton, 131.9p

4. Asda, Loughborough Road, West Bridgford, 132.7p

5. Asda, Radford Road, Hyson Green, 132.7p

For the latest prices, check online at nottinghampost.com.

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Nottingham's first hot yoga studio launches

April 21, 2014, 10:01 pm
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FITNESS fanatics are invited to the launch of Nottingham's first dedicated 'hot yoga' studio.

It is a combination of traditional yoga practised in a room heated to sub-tropical temperatures to enhance the effectiveness of the workout.

GoTo Hot Yoga, at the Golden Gate Studios, in Beech Avenue, New Basford, will open its doors to the public tomorrow, will be run by Flick Kelham, who has more than 10 years of yoga experience.

The launch event will be an opportunity to learn more about hot yoga and book in for a taster class.

It will run from 5.30pm until 8.30pm, with classes starting on Thursday with options for beginners, intermediate and advanced students.

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