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YouTube-famous Nottinghamshire ford could become a 'death trap' again if it reopens
A final decision will be made in months on what to do about Rufford Ford's future after an emergency closure ordered by police

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DWP confirms change to Attendance Allowance applications
Attendance Allowance is a benefit for people of State Pension age who need help with personal care due to a disability, long-term illness or mental or physical health condition


Your rights if workmen make too much noise outside your home
Police officers have clarified what you can do in this situation

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Why thousands of England flags are being put up - and then taken down
The St George's cross flags were taken down by a number of local authorities this week, including Tower Hamlets in east London as well as Birmingham, after campaigners attached them following an online movement called "Operation Raise the Colours"


Reform given chance to vote against their leader's choice on Nottinghamshire boundary shake-up
It is understood that some Reform councillors still remain concerned about backing their leader's preference in a crunch meeting on Tuesday, given the pledges they made in the election


Fire crews at unsafe Nottinghamshire multi-storey car park shut for over a year
The car park needs around £2 million worth of repair work after over 100 structural problems were found


British tourist, 31, found dead on Benidorm beach
The man was found dead on the beach after getting into difficulty in the sea. He had entered the waters alongside at least two fellow British companions who managed to make it back safely


The full inside story on why Nottinghamshire Live has been banned by Reform
Reform UK's decision has attracted widespread criticism and Nigel Farage has been urged to directly intervene


Cat can't keep away from Nottingham pub - travelling 50 miles to get there TWICE
It's a mystery how Peanut's turned up again


People can claim more than a dozen DWP benefits from State Pension age
The Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) has a range of benefits and payments available to people who have reached State Pension age, including the State Pension itself


Demolition plans revealed for empty Nottinghamshire pub hit by fire just weeks ago
The new owner has suggested it would be financially difficult to reopen it as a pub


Unmistakable Nottingham city centre sound to fall silent during landmark repairs
It was last thoroughly inspected and repaired in 1978


The Nottingham pensioner who became a legend as city's 'Xylophone Man'
He brought a smile to the faces of passers-by


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We're asking for you to name your favourite barber in Nottinghamshire. With so many to choose from, we need your help in selecting Nottinghamshire's best barber by nominating your favourite.


I went on patrol with a blue badge checker clamping down on misuse
As we walked from car to car, street to street, I got to understand the ethos of what Marcus does and how he helps the everyday citizens of Nottingham


Nottingham mum-of-two stabbed her ex 'in frustration'
He needed a blood transfusion


Nottinghamshire music teacher banned for life after sinister crimes revealed
Police found appalling images at his home


DVLA urges drivers to make key payment 'before it runs out' - you can do it online
Vehicle tax mainly depends on engine size, fuel type, and CO2 emissions, based on a vehicle's initial registration date


Mrs Hinch fan shares 'cheap and easy' way to remove carpet stains in 10 minutes
All you need is a household product that you probably already have in your bathroom


The eyesore Nottingham buildings that residents say are 'bringing down the city'
We know about the dire state of buildings such as Debenhams and the old fire and police station in Shakespeare Street. But what are some of the lesser-known buildings residents want tearing down?
