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Nottingham City Council breaks silence over fears of rat 'population explosion' at park

One passer-by previously recalled seeing 'more than 100' rodents

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Man shot dead by police was 'holding handgun' near crash scene, force says

The force involved has referred itself to the Independent Office for Police Conduct (IOPC) following the incident

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The thriving Nottingham businesses that 'never looked back' after move from Victoria Market

Nottingham City Council first announced its plans to close the market in 2022

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11 iconic John Robertson pictures as tributes continue to pour in for Nottingham Forest legend

Robbo led the Reds to back-to-back European Cup victories in 1979 and 1980 and was one of the most revered and feared left wingers of his generation

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The exact hours you can set off fireworks on New Year's Eve

Fireworks can be purchased from supermarkets during the festive season, but there are strict rules around when they can and can't be used

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People over 75 can get BBC TV Licence free in 16 minutes with Pension Credit

UK pensioners aged 75 and over can eliminate their £174.50 annual BBC TV Licence fee by applying for Pension Credit

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Major retailer to close 32 stores in January 2026 as part of restructuring plan

Fashion retailer River Island is set to shut 32 stores in January 2026 as part of a restructuring plan following a £32.3m pre-tax loss

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'I tried airport theory to avoid long waits - there's one thing learnt'

If you're someone who arrives at the airport several hours before your flight, there's a viral trick that can save you time - but it only works if you're travelling without checked baggage

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Met Office predicts New Year snowfall in new weather update

While no official weather warnings are currently in place, Met Office forecasters have predicted possible snowfall across parts of the UK during the first 10 days of January 2026

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The Nottingham schools that Ofsted says require improvement

Some progress has already been made

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'Hospital mistakes left my son with permanent brain damage. The fact he can walk is a miracle'

Sarah Sissons was given an adoption leaflet after her son's birth - now he's proving medics wrong

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'I ran 100 marathons as a Paralympian. Disabilities should not be isolating'

Richard Whitehead ran his first 26-mile race in 2004 and never thought he would reach the impressive milestone

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Ryanair flight returns to UK after 'mid-air emergency' leaves passengers injured

The flight returned back to the midlands airport after a mid-air emergency was declared

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Torvill and Dean fans 'emotional' minutes into ITV tribute ahead of retirement

Nottingham Olympic ice skating legends Jayne Torvill and Christopher Dean's final tour documentary aired on ITV on Sunday, December 28

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First picture of devoted dad who died after 'punch' outside Midlands village pub

David Darke sadly died at the Queen's Medical Centre in Nottingham

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Nottingham boxing club moves to 'bigger and better' home at business park

The club says it supports more than 80 members

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Rogue Nottinghamshire trader in court after running illegal waste operation for 18 months

He admitted to running to storing treating and disposing of illegal waste

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Medical pioneer Chris Colton who inspired generations of surgeons dies on Christmas Eve

Professor Christopher Colton was particularly well-known for operating on King Charles in 1990 at QMC

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Dangerous driving arrest as woman left in 'critical' condition by Nottinghamshire crash

Three people were taken to hospital after the collision

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Police in plain clothes patrol Notts village after crimewave and make arrest

A bank card, Amazon parcels and kickboxing equipment have also been reported as stolen