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Kerry Coupe joined the Rutland & Stamford Mercury in 2007 as a trainee reporter, qualifying as a senior reporter in 2009. She became head of content in 2014. In 2017, she became editor of the Rutland & Stamford Mercury, Rutland Times and Bourne Local.

Artist showcases our area in final of television painting competition

12 March 2025
Artist showcases our area in final of television painting competition

Artist showcases our area in final of television painting competition

12 March 2025

An artist showcased the Newark area during the final of a television painting competition.


‘Astonished’ artist says reaching final of TV programme is ‘massive confidence boost’

12 March 2025
‘Astonished’ artist says reaching final of TV programme is ‘massive confidence boost’

‘Astonished’ artist says reaching final of TV programme is ‘massive confidence boost’

12 March 2025

An artist from Upton will battle it out for the chance to win a £10,000 prize on television tonight.


Cocktails were the star of the show at this Instagram friendly venue

13 February 2025
Cocktails were the star of the show at this Instagram friendly venue

Cocktails were the star of the show at this Instagram friendly venue

13 February 2025

When I heard this bar was reopening, I was thrilled and couldn’t wait to give it a try.


Ambulance service declares critical incident

06 January 2025
Ambulance service declares critical incident

Ambulance service declares critical incident

06 January 2025

East Midlands Ambulance Service has this evening declared a critical incident.


The perfect place to spend an evening with old friends

26 December 2024
The perfect place to spend an evening with old friends

The perfect place to spend an evening with old friends

26 December 2024

This was a night out that will live long in my memory.


Pet neglect reports up 20% in county

10 December 2024
Pet neglect reports up 20% in county

Pet neglect reports up 20% in county

10 December 2024

There were nearly 1,000 reports of pet neglect in the first nine months of 2024 in Nottinghamshire.


Unflappable waitress made Sunday roast one to remember

05 December 2024
Unflappable waitress made Sunday roast one to remember

Unflappable waitress made Sunday roast one to remember

05 December 2024

Sometimes you remember a meal out because of the food - good or bad - and sometimes it’s because of the service.


Sting brings world tour to Lincoln Castle concert series

29 October 2024
Sting brings world tour to Lincoln Castle concert series

Sting brings world tour to Lincoln Castle concert series

29 October 2024

Global star and 17-time Grammy Award-winning artist Sting is the next artist announced for Live at Lincoln Castle.


Reporter caught up in Florida hurricane

10 October 2024
Reporter caught up in Florida hurricane

Reporter caught up in Florida hurricane

10 October 2024

A county reporter is caught up in the hurricane in Florida.


CCTV shows people taking part in photoshoot on railway line

22 July 2024
CCTV shows people taking part in photoshoot on railway line

CCTV shows people taking part in photoshoot on railway line

22 July 2024

Alarming CCTV has been released of trespassers taking part in a photoshoot on the railway line.


It’s nice to have a go-to restaurant but it’s also nice to try somewhere new

05 July 2024
It’s nice to have a go-to restaurant but it’s also nice to try somewhere new

It’s nice to have a go-to restaurant but it’s also nice to try somewhere new

05 July 2024

Who hasn’t fallen into the trap of just going to the same places to eat? It’s nice to have favourites but it’s also nice to try somewhere new.

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13 people convicted of running illegal waste site

28 June 2024
13 people convicted of running illegal waste site

13 people convicted of running illegal waste site

28 June 2024

Thirteen people have been convicted following an investigation by the Environment Agency into an illegal waste site.

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‘It has been eye-opening to learn how common this cancer is - don’t put off getting checked out’

03 June 2024
‘It has been eye-opening to learn how common this cancer is - don’t put off getting checked out’

‘It has been eye-opening to learn how common this cancer is - don’t put off getting checked out’

03 June 2024

A professional master of ceremonies who was diagnosed with cancer is urging men to put aside their embarrassment and get a routine health check.


How do you say the name of this village?

24 April 2024
How do you say the name of this village?

How do you say the name of this village?

24 April 2024

New research has revealed the places in the region that are the most difficult to pronounce.

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Experience true magic of summer at outdoor play

12 April 2024
Experience true magic of summer at outdoor play

Experience true magic of summer at outdoor play

12 April 2024

An experience not to be missed returns to the area this summer and you could be there.


Future of pub in doubt

30 March 2024
Future of pub in doubt

Future of pub in doubt

30 March 2024

The future of a Newark pub is in doubt after their owner put part of the business into administration and others up for sale.


An Italian starter for dessert at this British pub

28 March 2024
An Italian starter for dessert at this British pub

An Italian starter for dessert at this British pub

28 March 2024

Arancini has got to be one of my go-to starters at an Italian restaurant.


Cash boost for energy-efficiency upgrades to leisure centre

23 March 2024
Cash boost for energy-efficiency upgrades to leisure centre

Cash boost for energy-efficiency upgrades to leisure centre

23 March 2024

A swimming pool is set to benefit from energy-saving measures, as a new wave of Government funding has been announced.

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A1 closes just hour after reopening

21 February 2024
A1 closes just hour after reopening

A1 closes just hour after reopening

21 February 2024

The A1 has closed just an hour after reopening.


Stamps celebrate the impact of Vikings

15 February 2024
Stamps celebrate the impact of Vikings

Stamps celebrate the impact of Vikings

15 February 2024

Royal Mail today revealed images of eight new stamps that celebrate the history, impact and legacy of Vikings in Britain.


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