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Staying dry with any patchy cloud tending to dissipate as the day draws on, leaving cloud-free skies and plenty of sunshine.

Turning cloudier this evening but staying dry. A light breeze throughout the day.

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The latest news, sport, travel and weather for the East Midlands.

Derbyshire bat out final day to secure draw against Durham thanks to stand-in captain Wayne Madsen's 74.

Nottinghamshire opener Haseeb Hameed scores his second century of the match in their draw with Worcestershire.

More than 50 party-goers were found at the birthday bash, police say.

Durham fast bowler Chris Rushworth helps his side build a strong platform to press on for victory against Derbyshire.

Haseeb Hameed makes his first century for Nottinghamshire, who then rally after being made to follow on by Worcestershire.

Craig Overton's superb spell with the ball sets up a nine-wicket victory for Somerset against Leicestershire.

There are rumours Tom Cruise, star of the spy films, has already visited the quarry in Derbyshire.

Julian Bentley says he was worried he would drop his bicycle down the incline.

Worcestershire captain Joe Leach hits 84 to help the Pears' tailenders reach 436 before Nottinghamshire rally to 99-0 by the close.

Craig Overton bowls a fiery opening spell to put Somerset on top as they claim three early Leicestershire wickets.

David Bedingham's career-best 257 and Chris Rushworth's four wickets put Durham firmly on top against Derbyshire.

Hugh Casswell
Political reporter, BBC Radio Nottingham

There were no Covid-related deaths at either of Nottinghamshire's two main hospital trusts in the week up to the 21 April, health bosses say.

The last time there were seven days without Covid deaths at Nottingham University Hospitals Trust (NUHT) or Sherwood Forest Hospitals Trust (SFHT) was between 5-11 September.

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Amanda Sullivan, interim executive at the two trusts, said: "It’s a tremendous psychological boost for those people working in our hospitals, to see the results of the vaccination programme, the reduction in rates and the impact of the lockdown coming to fruition.

"Seeing the benefits of all that with far fewer people coming into hospital is a tremedous boost for those staff."

Since the start of the pandemic there have been 1,713 Covid deaths in Nottinghamshire.

Harjinder Butoy spent 18 months in jail after a faulty computer system saw him accused of theft.

Sandish Shoker
BBC News

The crew of the Derbyshire, Leicestershire & Rutland Air Ambulance was forced to make an emergency landing yesterday after a bird strike smashed its cockpit window.

The helicopter was returning from a mission to its airbase at East Midlands Airport at about 13:30 when it was forced to land in the Peak District close to Carsington Water.

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The air ambulance said bird strikes like this are a "very rare occurrence" and thanked the landowner for their support.

Confirming no-one was hurt, a spokesman said: "All crew have emergency operating procedures for incidents, and these were followed methodically. The crew of the helicopter are very experienced and ensured the safe landing of the damaged aircraft.”

BBC Weather

Today will be another dry and fine day with extensive sunshine throughout.

It will feel exceptionally mild with light winds and a maximum temperature of 14C to 17C (57F to 63F).

Tonight will be dry with clear skies - feeling slightly less chilly than last night.

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David Bedingham hits his second century of the campaign as Durham gain the upper hand over Derbyshire.

Leicestershire claim some vital top-order Somerset wickets after being bowled out for 233 at Grace Road.

Jake Libby hits his second century of the summer against former club Nottinghamshire as Worcestershire take control.