As the UK continues to see freezing temperatures fire crews have been practicing ice and cold water rescue exercises.
Concerns have been raised over plans to require voters to present photo ID at polling stations from next year.
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The driver of a stolen lorry has been jailed after leading police on a a long and dangerous pursuit.
An application to demolish a barn and build a new house has been refused on ecological grounds.
A greedy otter took the opportunity to dine out after breaking into a garden and eating all of a man's prized fish from his pond.
A gang's leader and other members have been jailed for modern slavery offences after they manipulated people to aid in their drugs operation.
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A pub at threat of being converted to residential use has been revived.
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The owner of a much-loved shop is handing over the keys to one of his most loyal customers after 42 years in business.
An inter-school chess tournament has returned for the first time in three years after a break because of the covid pandemic.
Councils have announced changes to bin collections scheduled over the Christmas and New Year period.
Amendments to plans for a large-scale solar farm have been approved.
Bereaved families came together in a special service of remembrance for their loved ones.
Police have urged the public to download an app in case of an emergency as people make Christmas travel plans to visit friends and family.
A high-street retailer has donated hundreds of items towards a charity toy appeal for the seventh year in a row.
Plans for a development in a flood zone have been refused by a council.
Police have warned of the dangers of drink driving while on e-scooters.
They say there's nothing quite like a pantomime at Christmas, but Cinderella at Lincoln is something a little different.
Police have cracked down on drink driving and speeding in targeted operations as part of a week of action.
Two people have been prosecuted by a council in relation to fly-tipping.
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A historic building is back to looking it's best thanks to the work of a dedicated tradesman.
