Reverend Karen Rooms: Is new law our flexible friend?
The right to ask to work more flexibly is a change which applies to an estimated 20 million employees.It means that every employee with over six months' service can join parents and carers in...
View ArticleNottinghamshire bowler Peter Siddle says England seam attack could be too...
ENGLAND'S seam attack should prove too strong for India in the first Test on Wednesday – if the Trent Bridge pitch suits them.That is the verdict of Peter Siddle, a man who knows about taking wickets...
View ArticleRaid threatens future of 'hard-working' cafe
THE future of a city centre cafe is in doubt after raiders stole £500 and caused more than £2,000 worth of damage in the process.The break-in at Cappuchaino in Carrington Street took place between 8pm...
View ArticleHundreds of school children carry on Olympic legacy
MORE than a thousand young athletes from across Nottinghamshire have taken part in this year's Sainsbury's School Games.The county finals, held at various venues across the city, saw children from 70...
View ArticleHit for six by the tangy tastes of sub-continent
The arrival at Trent Bridge of the touring Indian cricketers and thousands of passionate fans promises a bumper five days for Nottingham's Indian restaurants. As Jeremy Lewis discovers, "curry" doesn't...
View ArticleIndian cricketers enjoy themselves out and about in Nottingham
PLAYERS from the Indian cricket team have been enjoying themselves out and about in Nottingham ahead of the first Test at Trent Bridge on Wednesday. Ravi Jadeja tweeted a picture of himself outside the...
View ArticlePlane emergency due to "minor" technical fault, airline says
A plane that declared a mid-air emergency after leaving East Midlands Airport suffered a "minor" technical fault.The 737 Jet2 flight from East Midlands to Heraklion left at 5.40pm on Friday and was...
View ArticleRain clearing as weather in Nottingham turns brighter
THE weather in Nottingham is set to become brighter this weekend following heavy downpours on Saturday morning. Saturday afternoon is forecast to be cloudy but dry, with temperatures reaching a peak of...
View ArticleThirteen people died while waiting for organ transplants last year
THIRTEEN people in Nottinghamshire have died because of a shortage of organs in the past year.The NHS revealed the figure today ahead of National Transplant Week on Monday.It also revealed that there...
View ArticleLooking for something to do this weekend? Here are 10 ideas!
YOU can enjoy a traditional summer fair with a difference today during a major event to celebrate the unique character of Derby Road and Canning Circus.Head to this lively shopping district from 10am...
View ArticlePassengers surprised by unexpected tram dancers
PASSENGERS were taken by surprise as eleven dancers sprung into life in a series of routines on the city's tram. In full commuting character, the eNGine dance collective wrapped themselves around posts...
View ArticlePolice launch appeal to find missing 19-year-old
Police have launched an appeal after a 19-year-old man has gone missing. Joseph Taylor was last seen at home in Alfreton, Derbyshire, on April 27 but he has not been seen since. It is thought he may...
View ArticleCelebrations help promote Canning Circus as 'up and coming' part of Nottingham
MUSIC, dancing and some tasty treats drew in the crowds to promote the "up and coming" area of Canning Circus on Saturday. Several businesses joined forces to showcase the area as a vibrant and...
View ArticleWarm weather set to continue through weekend
THE sun will continue to shine across the county on Sunday as the bright weekend looks to continue. Highs of 19C have been forecast by the Met Office for July 6, continuing on from a sunny Saturday....
View ArticleTributes paid to cyclist who died after crash with lorry
TRIBUTES have been paid to a female cyclist who died after a rush hour collision with a lorry. Louise Wright was rushed to the Queen's Medical Centre with critical injuries but pronounced dead in...
View ArticleShoppers encouraged to keep it local with Beeston loyalty card
SHOPPERS are being encouraged to spend at local independent businesses with the launch of a new loyalty card for Beeston. The town's Business Improvement District (BID) hopes the move will drive...
View ArticleGuiding lights that take a crucial lead in changing lives
THREE mounted photos remind Jennifer Higgins of the three pupils she has sent to the guide dog academy.From the left, on her kitchen windowsill, are pictures of Zia, Ivan and Yara – the three pups she...
View ArticleWise actions win awards for schools
TWO schools are to receive awards for their work teaching children about reducing waste.Fernwood Infant School in Wollaton and Burford Primary in Arnold will both receive Wise (Waste in Schools...
View ArticleSchool is honoured for its progress teaching pupils to read
NETHERFIELD Primary school has been honoured for its contribution to a national literacy scheme.The school won the Institute of Education's Reading Recovery Award for School of the Year 2014 after...
View ArticleRotary Club hears about charity work
LONG Eaton Rotary Club welcomed a representative from homelessness charity Framework at its lunchtime meeting.Sue Wood gave a talk about the aims and achievements of the organisation.She told members...
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