Tree on track cancels trains
A FALLEN tree on the line at Lowdham caused delays earlier as trains were cancelled between Nottingham and Lincoln. The tree was discovered by a train driver just before 8.30am this morning. The tree...
View ArticleIs your pooch a poser?
A COMPETITION to find the country's next top dog model has been launched. Pets at Home stores have launched a search to find ten furry fashionistas to become the face of their next Autumn/Winter dog...
View ArticlePolice reassure following terrorist murder
NOTTS Police has spoken out to reassure the public following the terrorist murder of a soldier in Woolwich, London. Drummer Lee Rigby, of 2nd Battalion, Royal Regiment of Fusiliers, was hacked to death...
View ArticleRavenshead driver charged in relation to death crash
A MAN from Ravenshead is to appear at Nottingham Crown Court accused of causing death by dangerous driving. Joseph Weston, 21, of Longdale Lane, Ravenshead, is alleged to have cause the death of...
View ArticleResidents invited to join DH Lawrence heritage walk
LOCAL people are being invited to follow in the footsteps of Notts' most famous author next month as D.H Lawrence Heritage hosts its Summer Saunter. On the gentle walk, visitors can discover the sights...
View ArticleNottingham Forest transfer target Billy Sharp will not discover his...
NOTTINGHAM Forest transfer target Billy Sharp will not discover his Southampton future until next month. For the rest of this story, click here to go to our new website, www.nottinghampost.com
View ArticleThe five most influential players for Nottingham Forest next season
Who, out of the current crop of players – before Billy Davies delves into the transfer market for the first time – is likely to play a leading role for Nottingham Forest next season? For the rest of...
View ArticleHigh winds on the way - but sunny for Bank Hol
DESPITE a freakish week of hail storms and high winds, Nottingham can look forward to dry weather with sunny spells for Nottingham this weekend. Although there is a yellow warning for wind issued by...
View ArticleFree fun-filled Friday nights on offer for Ilkeston's teens
Young people in Ilkeston are invited to a fun-filled event which will take place every Friday night for the following three weeks. The event, called Friday Vibe, has been organised by Erewash Community...
View ArticleMother's ashes stolen in burglary
A MOTHER'S ashes were among items taken in a Stapleford burglary. The householders were on holiday when thieves targeted the property in Hickings Lane. Police believe the offender or offenders smashed...
View ArticleDrug dealer had a tank
POLICE have seized a replica of an armoured tank from a Notts drug dealer. For the rest of this story - and a video of the tank - click here to go to our new website, www.nottinghampost.com.
View ArticlePensioner cut from car after crash on A1
A 73-YEAR-OLD woman was cut out of a car after it collided with a barrier on the A1 northbound near Carlton-on-Trent just after noon today. The woman and a dog were passengers in the car being driven...
View ArticleFormer Forest target Nicky Shorey is released by Reading
FORMER Nottingham Forest transfer target Nicky Shorey has just become a free agent. The defender is one of five players to have been released by newly relegated Reading today. Fellow left back Ian...
View ArticleWollaton neighbours help catch burglars
VIGILANT neighbours alerted police to foil a burglary plot in Wollaton, a court heard. Two offenders were forced to abandon their plan when detectives arrived at the crime scene. Adam Blake and Shannon...
View ArticleFormer Forest defender Colin Cooper follows in Brian Clough's footsteps at...
FORMER Nottingham Forest defender Colin Cooper is set to follow in the footsteps of a Reds legend, by becoming Hartlepool manager. Like Brian Clough before him, Cooper has been appointed to revive the...
View ArticleMy School Days: Robert Sanderson
MY first prep school, Stagenhoe Park in Hertfordshire, was ghastly. It was the 1950s and lots of people were taking over country houses and turning them into boarding schools.I remember some revolting...
View ArticleDr Stephanie Smith: Dealing with vomiting and diarrhoea
EVERY day up to five children under the age of five years old are brought to the emergency department at the Queen's Medical Centre because of vomiting or diarrhoea.Parents are often worried that their...
View ArticleErin McDaid: The state of nature in Notts
THIS week, a coalition of passionate conservation groups – including The Wildlife Trusts, RSPB, British Trust for Ornithology and Butterfly Conservation – issued a unique report spelling out the...
View ArticleHelping children through the stress
CHILDREN'S fears that they won't achieve what they see as vital grades can leave them feeling anxious, unable to sleep, eat or function normally, according to ChildLine.Such is their concern, they've...
View ArticleHeat is on for exam students
HALF term might be a chance to relax and have fun for some children and their families – but for many youngsters, the late spring holiday just means another week of non-stop revision.With teens...
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