Human Interest

Fast-moving response officers made a double arrest after hearing a drone had just dropped drugs into a prison.

A plastic surgeon has been jailed for life for the attempted murder of a senior colleague, despite his attempts to to frustrate the legal process.

An air ambulance charity appeal to raise £7million for a second helicopter is taking flight.

A digital artist whose work is the first of its kind to be displayed in the town hall has had her exhibition extended.

A timeline of works had now been outlined for the major redevelopment of a Newark estate.

A pub which was at risk of losing its licence has been taken over — and brought back to life as a family-friendly venue.

A plastic surgeon found guilty of the attempted murder of his colleague has been handed two life sentences.

A district council street scene has cleared a farm track following reports of leftover building material fly-tipping.

A former village farmyard could be transformed into a new housing development under freshly submitted proposals.

A 33-year-old balaclava-clad off-road biker has had his bike seized after being caught riding on a footpath by police.

Thousands of pounds have been raised to help make terminally ill children’s dreams come true thanks to generous — and glamorous — well-wishers.

Two cheer teams placed in an international contest in Spain, earning praise from coaches and parents.

Councillors have hit out at the “horrific acts of vandalism” which has seen much damage caused to one of the town’s newly renovated parks.

A town centre street will be closed for over 10 days next week due to a new electricity supply installation.

Rural crime and wildlife officers have been armed with new equipment to enhance animal welfare and public safety.

More than 700 low-level offenders have taken part in a pioneering scheme which puts them to work improving the communities they offended in.

Plans to build a portable classroom at a village pre-school have been approved — despite objections from parish councillors and residents.

A group of firefighters are ready to take on an exhausting endurance challenge which will put their fitness to the test in the name of a good cause.

An initiative to help struggling mums and babies has gone from strength to strength — and has expanded its reach to help more families in need.

As National Volunteers’ Week comes to a close, an MP has praised the work of volunteers she has met across her constituency.