Why is politics almost like the representation of a school's play ground?

Once upon a time this was serious business, yet these days it's all very petty. Personally I think if they cut the crap, focus may be allowed to help with the real concerns our nation faces. Even overseas it's a circus, I really don't care what Donald Trump says or does - his habits on Twitter aren't even newsworthy. Yet this is considered today's politics? A world leader keen to spout nonsense via Twitter and a female Prime Minister who cares more about how she is seen on cameras.

I'm probably the last person who speaks about politics but I miss the days of boring John Major.

Mark Fotheringham spent the 2013-14 season at Notts County and played alongside two of the brightest Magpies loanees in recent history, Callum McGregor and Jack Grealish.

He has recently done an interview published by the Birmingham Mail where he talked about both prospects, and he claimed that his countryman is a better prospect than the Villa winger.

“Jack Grealish was actually on loan at Meadow Lane at the same time and Callum outshone him and he’s been touted for England and rated at millions of pounds," he said.

“And if that’s the sort of price tag on Jack’s head then I would hate to hazard a guess what Callum would be worth. It would be at least the same anyway.

“I used to sit in the midfield with Jack and Callum at either side of me. They were two very big talents but for me Callum was always going to have the bigger future and I still believe that."

Here is the full interview: http://www.birminghammail.co.uk/sport/football/football-news/celtic-star-bigger-future-aston-12743251

What are your thoughts on what he's had to say?

As today is the 151-year anniversary of the first Nottingham derby, I just thought I'd ask what your favourite match between Notts County and Nottingham Forest has been over the years? This can be league, cup or friendlies.

Now I'm a bit limited as there haven't been many encounters since I got into Notts (2006), but the Carling Cup game in August 2011 is my nomination. What a tense, pulsating game that was. As gutted as I was to lose (especially when Lee Hughes skied his penalty when he could have sealed it), I had to applaud at the end just for the entertainment they served up.

And to think they were thinking of postponing the game, as the "riots" were going on across the country. Tense times, them were.

Jorge Grant has definitely proven himself to be a cut above, with his performances and goals, but the question is - is he the best loanee you've seen at Notts County in recent years?

Who would you say is the best - Grant, Jack Grealish, Callum McGregor or someone else?

Let's hear your thoughts.

Name: Highlights: Notts 1-0 Barnet
Category: Match Highlights
Date Added: 2017-03-20
Submitter: notts-joe

The best of the action from Meadow Lane as Notts County hosted Barnet in Sky Bet League Two.

Highlights: Notts 1-0 Barnet

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Stanley aborah had joined Portsmouth... Despite him not playing well this season it actually feels horrible to have to type this...

http://m.nottinghampost.com/matt-tootle-says-atmosphere-in-notts-county-dressing-room-has-undergone-remarkable-change/story-30216156-detail/story.html

The turnaround in our fortunes this season have been unreal, it just goes to show you what having positive hard working people involved in the club can do.

Us as fans deserve a pat on the back, we're turning up in our numbers supporting and pushing the team on..

Nice to see the players are going out together, looks like Nolan and Hardy have helped alot of these players out.

There's not really a point to this article it's more of an appreciation to the changing of times and better atmosphere at Notts.

We're the black and white army!

Game 38 - The Bees (H)

Team: Barnet

Date: 19/03/17

Where: Meadow Lane

What line-up should Kevin Nolan opt for? What will be the key areas for the Magpies to get a victory? What do you think the final score will be?

Have your say below, join in with the Pride of Nottingham match discussion.

Saturday's Fixtures:
Fulham v Wolverhampton Wanderers
Wigan Athletic v Aston Villa
Oxford United v Scunthorpe United
Southend United v Walsall
Luton Town v Exeter City
Stevenage v Portsmouth

Name: Matt Tootle: "Not resting on our laurels"
Category: Official Notts Videos
Date Added: 2017-03-20
Submitter: notts-joe

The defender speaks about the importance of staying focused after scoring the winner in the 1-0 victory over Barnet at Meadow Lane.

Matt Tootle: "Not resting on our laurels"

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Another legend gone .Influenced so many others.RIP Chuck Berry

Who was your man of the match for Notts County against Barnet?

It's our neighbours against Derby on Saturday morning. I happened to be down that way and so thought I might try and get a couple of tickets for the game. When I got to the ticket office, they said 'sorry tickets only on sale to registered Forest supporeters who have been to a match this season'. In fact they turned down a number of other poeple while i was in there, ostensibly to stop DErby supporters getting tickets in the Forest section.

I then said we (@Blackville and I) are Magpies and they immediately said 'no problem you can have tickets then' on the basis that the two sets of supporters (NCFC and NFFC) know how to behave at the 'other's' ground. Wouldn't happen in a lot of other cities. Something to cherish and be proud of.

Name: Jorge Grant's rocket v Hartlepool
Category: Official Notts Videos
Date Added: 2017-03-12
Submitter: notts-joe

Jorge Grant scores a stunning goal against Hartlepool United at Meadow Lane.

Jorge Grant's rocket v Hartlepool

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Last Tuesday non of the grey topped bins in our close were emptied.I left it  Wednesday but on last Thursday I rang up to report the non collection.I was assured by the chappie at the other end of the phone that the bins would ,in fact, be emptied later that day.This morning(Monday)all the bins in our close were still waiting to be emptied, so I rang up again.This time I was told that it usually takes up to 3 working days for a missed collection to be carried out.On asking why I was promised the bins would be emptied last Thursday I just received a vague 'I don't know'. When I pressed the chap for a new collection date he told me Tuesday.I then told him that our green bins are due for collection then.His response to this  was that both bins would probably be emptied at the same time.This begs the question-why bother separating items into different bins in the first place if they are being emptied together into the same collection vehicle ? Not impressed !

Tuesday night's Fixtures:
Brentford v Wolverhampton Wanderers
Fulham v Blackburn Rovers
AFC Wimbledon v Milton Keynes Dons
Walsall v Fleetwood Town
Carlisle United v Luton Town
Colchester United v Mansfield Town

Game 37 - Donny (A)

Team: Doncaster Rovers

Date: 14/03/17

Where: Keepmoat Stadium

What line-up should Kevin Nolan opt for? What will be the key areas for the Magpies to get a victory? What do you think the final score will be?

Have your say below, join in with the Pride of Nottingham match discussion.

Who was your man of the match for Notts County at Doncaster Rovers?

https://www.theguardian.com/football/2017/mar/10/bruno-goalkeeper-murder-brazil-comeback

Some discussion for the moral compass!

Game 36 - Monkey Hangers (H)

Team: Hartlepool United

Date: 11/03/17

Where: Meadow Lane

What line-up should Kevin Nolan opt for? What will be the key areas for the Magpies to get a victory? What do you think the final score will be?

Have your say below, join in with the Pride of Nottingham match discussion.

Why should those of us who can't attend games have to keep paying for this absolute rubbish service.

When you report a problem they try all they can to blame it on you then when they realise they can't, they just ignore your emails.

All i've had today is 10 minutes of crackly interference followed by complete silence, i've tried different devices, the next door neighbours wifi all to no avail.

Preston North End v Reading
Wigan Athletic v Bristol City
Fleetwood Town v Bolton Wanderers
Oldham Athletic v Bury
Luton Town v Stevenage
Morecambe v Yeovil Town

Name: Meet the Fans 16/17 - Hartlepool United (12/1032017)
Category: Meet the Fans
Date Added: 2017-03-12
Submitter: notts-joe

Pride of Nottingham's Notts-Joe took to asking several Notts County fans before the game against Hartlepool United on Saturday 11 March 2017.

Be sure to let PON know your thoughts on 'Meet the Fans' below, the best comments will be published on our popular social media and of course our thriving web site.

Our questions included whether Kevin Nolan should get on the pitch and play, thoughts on Alan Hardy's season ticket renewal price freeze, opinions on the new pitch and a prospective new scoreboard, and of course the score prediction.

If you would like to feature, get in touch! Feel free to submit potential questions below and we will look into asking them.

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Meet the Fans 16/17 - Hartlepool United (12/1032017)

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Fancy a laugh?

Get a load of this article.

"It's Round and It's White" believes that, because Nottingham Forest and Notts County have been struggling in the last few years, they should just "unite".

And what name is given to this weird hybrid monstrosity?

"Nottinghamshire City FC".

If you're going to read just one ridiculous article today, make it this one.

http://www.itsroundanditswhite.co.uk/2017/03/09/nottingham-forest-notts-county-merge/

Collin 6.5 – mainly routine saves, but commanded his area well.

Tootle 6.5 – still our best option at right back, did well.

Duffy 6 – done for pace once or twice, but generally defended well.

Hollis 7 – won nearly every challenge, cleared his lines, unlucky for the OG.

Bola 6.5 – put under pressure in the first half, but some excellent forward play.

Grant 7* - an assist and a stunning goal, gives us the creativity and goal threat we need in midfield.

Hewitt 6.5 – got stuck in and helped us just about win the midfield battle.

Milsom 6.5 – competed well, gives us shape and stability in central midfield.

Yeates 6 – stuck to his task and was generally ok.

Forte 6 – kept their defence busy but not much goal threat.

Ameobi 6.5 – has become a key player, scares defenders a bit and good to see him score after his poor penalty.

Campbell (T) 5.5 – didn’t do a lot when he came on.

Smith n/a

Campbell (A) n/a

Another good, solid team performance which just about deserved the 3 points.  No-one was brilliant, but no-one was poor.  Great to see a big crowd (including a good following from Hartlepool) there to see the win.  Hopefully a big step towards safety, nice to see the 8 point gap restored.