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Latest News... (Source: BBC News)
Huge increase in Public Spaces Protection Order fines
A lawyer fears some council wardens are "acting with incentives to issue as many fines as possible".
Rare Star Wars Tie Bomber toy found in Coalville loft
The Tie Bomber spacecraft toy was discovered in Coalville, Leicestershire, 40 years after being bought.
Wrong-way driver Taryl Moxam jailed over M62 crash deaths
Taryl Moxam caused the deaths of friends Adam Afsar and Jason Wilby in April 2018.
Lorry driver arrested over Sandiacre fatal crash
Pedestrian Jean Levers, 79, died at the scene after being hit by a vehicle.
Riley Jake Jackson death: Are halogen light bulbs safe?
Following a boy's death in a halogen light-related house fire, what risk do the banned bulbs pose?
Appeal traces driver after fatal Sandiacre crash
Officers investigating the woman's death say the driver is now helping with inquiries.
Council elections voter ID trial: What you need to know
Hundreds of people were turned away from polling stations in a 2018 trial for not having proof of ID.
Taryl Moxam to face sentence over M62 'wrong-way' death crash
Taryl Moxam caused the deaths of friends Adam Afsar and Jason Wilby in April 2018.
Sports Direct to close Wigan warehouse site
Staff at the warehouse have been offered alternative work 80 miles away in Derbyshire.
What is it like to strike rich while metal detecting?
Gareth Millward first started for "a bit of fun" - but now spends as much time metal detecting as possible.
Why are nets appearing over trees and hedges?
High-profile nature lovers including broadcaster Chris Packham have criticised developers for promoting the practice.
Birmingham City 2-2 Derby County: Rams fight back to earn point at Blues
Derby stay within three points of the Championship play-off places by twice coming from behind to earn a draw at Birmingham.
One-Day Cup: Alex Hughes stars as Derbyshire ease past Northants
Derbyshire get their One Day Cup campaign off to a winning start with a comfortable home win over Northamptonshire.
Burton Albion 1-2 Portsmouth
Portsmouth keep alive their hopes of automatic promotion alive with a dramatic late winner from Matt Clarke against Burton.
Gateshead 1-0 Chesterfield
A Steven Rigg penalty ensures Gateshead end their six-match winless run with victory against Chesterfield.
Leus du Plooy: Derbyshire sign South African batsman on Kolpak deal
County Championship Division Two side Derbyshire sign South African batsman Leus du Plooy on a two-year Kolpak deal.
British Championships: Adam Peaty & Aimee Wilmott win on opening night
Adam Peaty secures his place on the British World Championships team with victory in the 100m breaststroke at the national championships.
Latest Sports News... (Source: BBC News)
Alfreton Town 1-1 Cambridge
Michael Gash's injury-time penalty secures Cambridge a point at Alfreton Town in the Blue Square Bet Premier.
Rams recall Gjokaj from Carlisle
Derby County recall defender Valentin Gjokaj from his loan spell at League One club Carlisle United.
Brailsford named 2012 top coach
British Cycling performance director Dave Brailsford is named BBC Sport's coach of the year at the awards in London.
Brailsford likes Wiggins dilemma
Bradley Wiggins's desire to defend his Tour de France title gives coach Dave Brailsford a problem he will "relish".
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Extinction Rebellion: Met Police asks for 200 extra officers
The Met, which has requested 200 extra officers, clears Extinction Rebellion from Oxford Circus.
Ilkley Moor fire 'spreading rapidly' after rising temperatures
Crews from 14 fire engines are tackling the blaze, with walkers told to keep off Ilkley Moors.
Dog named Jesus in Good Friday rescue
About 100 people gathered on the bank of the lake to try to help the dog, the fire service said.
River Ouse: Body found in river after York police chase
Police were called to reports of suspicious activity in York and a man ran from officers.
Police attacked at 'out-of-hand' party in Levenshulme
Officers find between 150 and 200 people at the party after complaints of "noise and drunken behaviour".
Diane Abbott 'sorry' for drinking on train
The shadow home secretary was seen sipping an M&S mojito on an overground train.
Dumping of 167 chicks 'connected to Easter' trade
The RSPCA says the dumping of more than 160 chicks has "some connection to Easter".
Elderly couple found dead in Torquay house
A man and a woman in their 80s are found dead at a house in Torquay, Devon.
Wolverhampton hammer attack: Man charged with attempted murder
The victim remains in a serious but stable condition in hospital.
Man dies in fall from bridge on A40 at Wheatley
It is not yet known how the man in his 70s came to fall on to the dual carriageway in Oxfordshire.
Toxteth shooting: Man shot in groin in 'targeted attack'
The victim's injuries are not believed to be life-threatening but he is refusing to cooperate, police say.
Three puppies abandoned in box in Darlington alleyway
The RSPCA says the terrier puppies would not have survived for much longer.
Source: BBC News
