Sonia Kataria
BBC News

A service of remembrance and thanksgiving for the Duke of Edinburgh is due to be held at Leicester Cathedral.

People have been invited to join a live stream on the cathedral's Facebook page, external from 17:00 on Thursday.

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Representatives from across Leicester and Leicestershire have been invited to attend.

After the service a recording will be available to watch on the cathedral's YouTube channel from 20:30.

Samantha Noble
BBC News Online

Officers in Nottinghamshire are supporting a two-week campaign to reduce the number of rider deaths on roads.

The "2 Wheels" campaign, led by the National Police Chief’s Council, started on 5 April and aims to educate riders and drivers on how to improve behaviour on the road.

Nottinghamshire Police said, so far in 2021, two motorcyclists have died in crashes in the county.

At the beginning of March, there was a collision between a motorbike and a lorry in West Stockwith and a man died at the scene.

On 4 April, a 41-year-old man was pronounced dead at the scene after his bike left the road on the A634 near Oldcotes.

Image source, Nottinghamshire Police

Officers said the most common faults which have caused the bike crashes in Nottinghamshire included defective tyres, brakes, and lights or indicators.

During the campaign, police are looking out for motorbike and motorcycle maintenance, and checking protective gear and rider behaviour.

Det Insp Clare Gibson said: “Lockdown will no doubt mean that many riders will not have been on their bikes in months, and this is why we’re supporting this campaign to make sure people are safe when they’re getting back out on their two wheels."

Amy Woodfield
BBC News

Mansfield now has the highest number of coronavirus cases per 100,000 people in England.

Figures for the seven days to 8 April showed the Nottinghamshire market town had an infection rate of 104.3.

That's a 14% increase on the previous week.

The actual number of cases reported in Mansfield during those seven days was 114.

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In a media briefing on Friday, Nottinghamshire health bosses attributed the rise to outbreaks in the town's schools.

They added that lower infection rates nationwide meant a few new cases in one area could cause a sudden rise up the chart.

BBC Weather

This morning we have another chilly, dry and bright start to the day with clear skies and sunny spells.

Cloud will build a little through this afternoon with a chance of the odd shower later on, and sunshine too.

The temperature is set to stay cool with highs of 11C.

It will turn clearer and drier by the early hours of tomorrow with a cold and frosty night to come and temperatures down to -1C.

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Joanna Fox says her dachsund Minnie was "shouting in pain" during the attack.

Julia Bradbury's sister Gina was driving from London to Sheffield when her car was struck.

Liam Barnes
BBC News

Police have put in place a 24-hour dispersal order around Nottingham after dozens of car cruisers turned up at East Midlands Parkway for the second time in a month.

Up to 300 vehicles were reported to have descended on the railway station's car park last night, and Nottinghamshire Police said about 50 motorists had already been moved on after congregating around a cinema car park in Lenton.

The order has been in place since 21:13 on Sunday across the city of Nottingham, and the A453 including Ratcliffe-on-Soar power station and slip roads.

Officers were called to the A453 earlier this month after receiving similar reports, and the force said it "will seize vehicles and issue fines under coronavirus legislation" if it is deemed "necessary".

Police say 62 visitors to the holiday let were also fined for breaching lockdown restrictions.

Matlock Bath's Heights of Abraham welcomes its first cable car riders of the year.

Eight of 11 puppies found crammed into bags and a guinea pig cage fell ill with parvovirus.

Samantha Noble
BBC News Online

Police have fined 85 people for breaching coronavirus restrictions after officers broke up a party of more than 90 people in Nottingham.

Nottinghamshire Police said they dispersed the gathering in Pilcher Gate in the Lace Market just before 00:40 BST on Saturday after receiving a number of calls.

People were found hiding in the laundry room, kitchen areas, bathrooms, and lifts when officers arrived, police added.

The property was reported to have been booked through an "online service", the force said, and 85 were issued with fixed penalty notices of £800 each.

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Supt Paul Burrows, of Nottinghamshire Police, said: "We must remember that whilst there is light at the end of the tunnel and lockdown restrictions are easing slowly but surely, we must still familiarise ourselves and abide by the regulations that are in place.

"Sadly, a small minority of people chose to blatantly disregard the rules and put people at risk.

"Our officers continue to engage, explain and encourage people to follow the rules in the first instance, and enforce when it is necessary and appropriate."

Amy Woodfield
BBC News

Blossoming cherry trees planted at a park in Nottingham have been vandalised for a second time.

The three trees were among 50 that were donated through the Japanese Embassy and planted at Iremongers Pond and Ruddington Lane Park in February.

Image source, Wilford Community Group

Eight trees were vandalised within weeks of them being planted but they survived, however this time the damage is worse.

Wilford Community Group said: "Three of the more prominent trees alongside Iremongers Pond have been vandalised beyond any hope of survival.

"The common denominator is that, on both of these occasions, the trees were snapped deliberately."

The group, run by volunteers, called the actions "disheartening and appalling".

Image source, Wilford Community Group

Voters will head to the polls to elect police and crime commissioners (PCCs) on 6 May.

Voters will head to the polls to elect police and crime commissioners (PCCs) on 6 May.

Voters will head to the polls to elect police and crime commissioners (PCCs) on 6 May.

David Pittam
BBC News Online

A man attacked his ex and smashed her car window because he was enraged over a Facebook "like", police have said.

Steven Dobb, 39, and his ex met to try to rekindle their relationship, officers said.

But an argument broke out at his home because he was angered by somebody liking her Facebook picture.

She tried to leave but Dobb took her phone and threw it to the floor.

He then grabbed her wrist and neck, pushed her to the floor and kicked her in the back.

She managed to escape but he followed, punching her car windows and throwing a gas canister at the bonnet.

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Dobb, of Great North Road in Markham Moor, Nottinghamshire, pleaded guilty to common assault and two counts of criminal damage.

He was sentenced at Nottingham Crown Court to 12 months in prison on Wednesday.

A police spokesman said: "This must have been a frightening experience for the woman, who thankfully suffered no serious injuries other than bruising to her back and arms.

"The sentence will hopefully give confidence to those who are experiencing domestic violence to seek help from the police."

Image source, Nottinghamshire Police

Amy Woodfield
BBC News

The spring snow took walkers in the Peak District by surprise at the weekend.

Sue Ross, who took the photo below, said: "I walked from Edale up Jacobs ladder.

"Absolutely stunning scenery and hadn’t been expecting so much snow."

Image source, Sue Ross

Wesley Kristopher spent both both days in the Peak District and said the weather on Saturday was "crazy".

"Quite a few places in the Peak had snow but in the surrounding areas it was like a typical April showers day," he said.

Image source, Wesley Kristopher

Harris Millar
BBC Radio Leicester

Here's the moment town crier, Joe David, opened a Leicestershire market this morning.

Mr David said: "I'm delighted - there's not much to do for a town crier when all the shops are closed."

He was a former beefeater at the tower of London for 20 years but came back to Hinckley as he thinks it's a "great little town".

Amy Woodfield
BBC News

Salon and barber shops are among the non-essential businesses that are now allowed to reopen in England and many people are not waiting another day.

At Pure Kutz in Arnold earlier there were about 30 people queuing to get a haircut.

The salon opened at 07:30 and expects see more than 100 customers today.

Kelsie Carter, whose husband runs the salon, said it felt "great" to reopen.

"We needed to get open again", she added.

Sonia Kataria
BBC News

A pub landlord in Derbyshire has said reopening some venues in England for the first time in months was "massive".

Lee and Jenni Wilson-Hart, landlords of Greyhound Inn, in Buxton, can from today serve customers outside for alfresco dining as part of further easing of restrictions.

Mr Wilson-Hart said it was a big day "not just for us, but also for everybody else in the community".

"Across the nation, the pubs, the restaurants, anyone in a shop - it's massive," he said.

He thanked the local community for their support during the pandemic.

One customer said: "It's great for local businesses being able to reopen and get back to what people enjoy."

A local toastmaster officially reopened the pub.

Vince Hawkes said: "As a nation, we have a reputation of keeping clam and carrying on, and today marks another step forward to return to normality with hospitality venues being able to serve customers outside."