Woman charged with murder after death of newborn baby
Man banned for driving BMW at more than 140mph
Four teens questioned after hedgehog burned to death
Derby city centre 'smells of sick'
Inspectors refer 'inadequate' care home to police
BBC criticised for Elephant Man choice
School bus no-show in start date mix-up
Councils oppose new Foxes training ground
Live updates on Thursday 30 August
BBC Nottingham Sport
We understand that Harry Kewell is edging closer to being named the new manager of Notts County.
It's understood Crawley Town's players have been told he's leaving the club.
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Gavin Bevis
BBC News
Derby County left-back Max Lowe has joined SPL side Aberdeen on loan after signing a new three-year deal at Pride Park, external.
The 21-year-old academy graduate is due to stay at Pittodrie until January.
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Amy Woodfield
BBC News
Firefighters have given a cat oxygen to help it to breathe after being rescued from a house fire in Leicester.
Image source, Leicestershire Fire and Rescue ServiceCrews were called to the house on Melland Place just after 09:00, following reports of a fire in the kitchen.
All the people inside managed to escape but the cat and a dog had to be saved. Leicestershire Fire and Rescue Service said the cat was later taken to the vets by its owner.
Gavin Bevis
BBC News
We've had a few comments on a foul smell hanging over Derby this morning.
Christine Stangroom said on Facebook, external: "It smells like muck spreading in Oakwood this morning. Probably just wind blowing from farmers' fields towards the city."
Jamez Milner tweeted, external: Probably that Incinerator on Sinfin lane. I can no longer cycle to work as riding past that place makes me vomit from inhaling the fumes.
Image source, GoogleThe city council said it is aware of the smell but doesn't know what it is.
The police and fire service, and the Environment Agency, have all said they have not received any calls about the smell.
Gavin Bevis
BBC News
Leicester City's plans to build a new £100m training ground on Park Hill Lane, near Seagrave, are being opposed by dozens of residents and at least three parish councils.
Charnwood Borough Council is currently considering the application, external to build the new complex on a golf course about 10 miles from Melton Mowbray.
People living in nearby villages have voiced concerns the new facility would spoil the tranquility of the area, with some concerned it could create a flood risk.
Image source, KSSSeagrave, Thrussington and Ratcliffe on the Wreake parish councils have formally objected to the plans on the grounds the extra traffic could make the A46 more dangerous.
However, Sileby and Cossington parish councils have said they have no objection to the facility.
Charnwood Borough Council is due to make a decision later this year.
Amy Woodfield
BBC News
A warning for Nottingham Forest fans heading to Brentford this weekend.
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Amy Woodfield
BBC News
Care home inspectors contacted the police following a visit to an "inadequate" residential home in Barrow upon Soar.
The Care Quality Commission (CQC) visited Pinglenook Residential Home on three days in June. The inspection was brought forward, external after a whistle blower made allegations of abuse, unsafe care, and poor facilities.
Image source, GoogleOn the first two days of the inspection, on 11 and 12 June, the service was described as "chaotic" with no manager in place.
Thirteen people were living at the home at the time - one had lost over 3kg in weight and should have been referred to the GP.
The inspector also saw stained pillow cases and quilt covers and found dried blood on one of the pillow cases.
When inspectors returned to the home, on 28 June, a manager had been appointed.
The report states she rapidly managed to improve the home's care, effectiveness and responsiveness towards residents. However, the services still "required improvement".
The home has been rated "inadequate" overall and placed in special measures. The CQC has said it will be kept under review and inspected again within six months.
Leicestershire Police confirmed they’re investigating an incident, alongside the CQC, where it appears a resident was injured.
BBC Newsbeat
The BBC has been criticised for giving the lead role to an able-bodied actor in a new drama about the "Elephant Man".
Stranger Things actor Charlie Heaton has been chosen to play Joseph Merrick, who came from Leicester and had huge physical deformities.
Phil Talbot from Scope described the decision as a "a missed opportunity" and claimed "a massive pool of disabled talent had been overlooked".
Image source, Getty ImagesHe said: "Sadly, a lack of diversity in the industry is nothing new. Disabled actors still often face huge barriers to break into the business. Not only are the roles few and far between, but castings and locations are often not accessible."
A BBC spokesperson said: "The Elephant Man is an iconic drama that has had an important role to play in highlighting changing attitudes to disability and we are currently in the process of casting disabled actors in a variety of key roles."
Gavin Bevis
BBC News
People have reported smelling a foul stench across Derby city centre this morning.
The odour has been described as being like manure or sick.
The police and fire services told BBC Radio Derby they have not had any reports of chemical spills or leaks.
Derby City Council says it is aware of the smell but does not yet know what is causing it.
Image source, GoogleThe Environment Agency said it had not received any calls about the smell but anyone who wishes to report it can ring 0800 80 70 60.
Gavin Bevis
BBC News
People in Nottinghamshire can now join in with the growing trend of goat yoga.
The unusual craze - pictured in action in the US - involves participants being led through a variety of yoga poses with the sometimes-less-than-helpful assistance of cheeky goat kids.
Monthly sessions are now being offered at White Post Farm in Farnsfield, external.
Image source, EPAInstructor Polly Wiltshire said: "We weren't sure how it would go but people seem to be loving it and the goats seem to be loving it too.
"I've just opened the door into the goat yoga enclosure and all the goats have come running straight out. That tells me they want to engage with it."
Amy Woodfield
BBC News
Anyone who witnessed a fatal crash on the A42 last week is being asked to contact Leicestershire Police.
It happened at about 12:20 on 24 August on the southbound carriageway close to Ashby de la Zouch.
The crash involved a black VW Transporter van and white Renault HGV. The driver of the van, 56-year-old John William Trigger from Breaston, died. The driver of HGV was uninjured.
Image source, GoogleQuote MessageWhile our investigation is progressing and we have spoken to a number of motorists, it's important anyone who may have witnessed the collision and hasn’t as yet spoken to police please gets in touch."
Det Con John Borlase, Leicestershire Police
Dave Bracegirdle
BBC Radio Nottingham commentator
The sun is in attendance here at the Kia Oval, where the start of Day Two against Surrey is due to resume on 256-6 with Mark Stoneman unbeaten on 99.
Notts can take the second new ball after four overs.
There will be a minimum of 104 overs scheduled allowing to make up for some of yesterday's lost time.
Play will go on until 18:30 or until all the overs are bowled.
Nick Smith
BBC News Online
A new system which will notify passengers about disruption to their journeys using Facebook messages is being trialled in Leicestershire and Rutland.
East Midlands Trains, which is piloting the scheme, said it was "critically important" travellers received information about their journey.
Emma Davis, from the company, said: "What customers want to know... is, ‘Am I going to get information about anything that potentially could go wrong?’"
East Midlands Today
A trial to improve access to GPs in Long Eaton and Ilkeston is being extended following a reduction in hospital admissions in the area.
The On Day service has been running since last year and provides alternative doctors or senior nurses for those who call their GP for a same-day appointment.
The scheme will now expand across Erewash after A&E attendances and hospital admissions dropped.
Press Association
Four children have been placed into foster care in Leicester because of the level of "antipathy and conflict" between their separated parents.
The decision to put the children into care was made two years ago. The father made an appeal at a private family court hearing in Worcester last month but the High Court judge refused to reverse his decision.
Image source, ThinkstockThe judge said the man had "deeply-held" views about the children's mother and had at one stage hired a private detective to "undertake surveillance" of her.
Mr Justice Keehan said placing such relatively young children into long-term foster care was "extremely unusual" but he had no doubt they would suffer "greater emotional harm" if they lived with either their mother or father.
Amy Woodfield
BBC News
Police investigating a liquid being thrown in the face of a man in Leicester are re-appealing for help from the public.
The attack happened on Jarrom Street on 19 May when a 20-year-old man had liquid thrown in his face causing "significant injuries". He still hasn't regained sight in one of his eyes.
The liquid is not believed to be acid but further tests are being carried out.
Image source, Leicestershire PolicePolice would like help to identify the two men seen in these CCTV images.
Quote MessageYou can help us move this investigation forward by getting in touch if you recognise the men in the images. Even if you’re not 100% sure we would still ask that you get in touch. The incident took place in broad daylight, not far from the Leicester Royal Infirmary."
Det Con Chris Fox, Leicestershire Police
Amy Woodfield
BBC News
It's claimed Nottinghamshire's most-used phone box is the home of daily drug use.
Last year more than 3,000 calls were made from a booth near the Bridgeway Centre in the Meadows.
BT suggested it might be so popular because of people nearby not having mobiles and even suggested it was being used by tourists but according to a business just yards away the box is a "known meeting-point" for drug users.
Chris Brummit works at the Bridges Community Trust and told the BBC: "We regularly see people hanging around there and get the smell of various things."
She said they have spoken to Nottinghamshire Police about the problem. A statement from the force confirmed they were aware of incidents in the vicinity of a phone box.
It said steps are being taken to tackle them, including high-visibility patrols in the area.
Samantha Fisher
BBC News Online
Children were left stranded at the roadside on the first day of school because a bus company had not realised the new term had started.
The primary school in Old Dalby, like others in Leicestershire, started back on Tuesday but the bus firm serving it got the term dates mixed up.
Image source, ThinkstockCentrebus said the confusion was caused because the main school it served in Leicester returns on Thursday.
Head teacher Rosie Browne said term dates were published a year in advance.
Sandish Shoker
BBC News
There are going to be some sore heads in Nottingham today, following the Reds' dramatic victory over Premier League Newcastle.
Boss Aitor Karanka had some encouraging words for his players at the end...
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Nottingham Forest are into the third round of the Carabao Cup after a dramatic end to their 3-1 win against Newcastle United last night.
Image source, Getty ImagesExcitement started straight away at the City Ground when former Toon striker Daryl Murphy headed the Reds in front after only two minutes. The score stayed that way until two minutes into stoppage time when Newcastle equalised.
Forest then responded, first through Matty Cash, then with a chip from Gil Dias.
Quote MessageIt was great to win against a Premier League team of their quality and experience. We never give in until the end and we showed that again today. We always believe."
Aitor Karanka, Forest boss