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Macclesfield have appointed caretaker boss Gary Simpson as their new permanent manager on a two year deal until the end of the 2011/2 season. Since Keith Alexander's death the Silkmen have steered clear of the drop zone with four wins. Rochdale chairman Chris Dunphy claimed on BBC 5live last night that Darlington's playing budget when they went into Administration last season was £2.2million.
Notts County striker Luke Rodgers has been denied a work permit for his move to MLS side New York Red Bull due to his conviction for affray. His career has been littered with off-field incidents. Southend hope to avoid the winding up order being heard in court today. They dispute £400,000 of their tax bill, but don't appear to have paid any further money. They have agreed with the local council to extend the payment dates of £6million due to be paid by the club over their ground move, and have delayed the building of community projects that were part of the deal.
Rushden's play-off charge has surprised their own board, with the club claiming to have the fourth lowest budget in the Conference. Wrexham are allowing fans in free for their final home game of the season in a bid to boost attendances next season. Their opening day gate was 1,400 higher than their last home match. Accrington chairman Ilyas Khan is to step down at the end of the season, but continue his financial support of the club.
Lincoln will be without defender Moses Swaibu and midfielder Ben Herd for the rest of the season after injuries last night. Swaibu broke ribs in a challenge that saw him sent off, while Herd suffered medial ligament damage. Wimbledon are to go full time next season after narrowly missing out on the Conference play-offs in their first tilt at the fifth tier.
Kidderminster have offered ex-Bulls loanee Brian Smikle a new deal for next season. Former West Brom trainee Smikle, who spent a month on loan with the Bulls five years ago, has scored 12 goals from the wing for the Harriers this term.
