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Pair found dead in pond drowned
A woman and her young grandson whose bodies were found in a Lincolnshire pond died as a result of drowning, police have said.
Recession 'boosts work stress'
Work-related stress increases during a recession, leading to more employees taking time off, according to new research involving the University of Nottingham.
Olympic Torch Relay rehearsal set
A full dress rehearsal for the Olympic Torch Relay will take place on April 20 between Leicester and Peterborough, London 2012 has announced.
Councils' CCTV cameras cost £515m
Councils spent more than £500 million installing and operating CCTV cameras over the last four years, with Leicester City Council having the highest number of cameras, campaigners said.
McKenzie jailed for ban dodge bid
Former Norwich City striker Leon McKenzie. from Northampton, has been jailed for sending bogus letters to the police in a bid to avoid a driving ban.
Invitation to college open day
Potential students and their families can visit a college in Northamptonshire which provides further education and training for people with multiple physical and learning difficulties.
Doctor Who team (briefly) reunited
Northampton-born Doctor Who star Matt Smith has teamed up with co-stars Karen Gillan and Arthur Darvill for the last time as filming begins on the latest series.
£140,000 sex drugs seized in raids
A haul of suspected counterfeit sex drugs worth an estimated £140,000 has been found in police raids in Loughborough and south east London.
Private firm to run police station
A private security firm has signed a contract to build, design and help run a police station with Lincolnshire Police Authority.
'Human rights' man back in jail
A Nottinghamshire father of five who was released from jail after arguing that a sentence for burglary breached his human rights has been sent back to prison for assault.
'Human rights' man back in jail
A Nottinghamshire father of five who was released from jail after arguing that a sentence for burglary breached his human rights has been sent back to prison for assault.
Police failed to care for youngster
Police officers failed to provide appropriate care to a promising young Nottingham footballer who died in custody after swallowing drugs, the police watchdog has said.
Dialysis firm backs kidney research
Thousands of people affected by kidney disease will benefit from the partnership of a national charity and a Nottinghamshire-based dialysis company.
Learn about services at fun day
A fun day has been organised to draw attention to the services and facilities available at a children's centre in Wellingborough.
Jobseeker skills disparity revealed
Only 15% of Leicester jobseekers believe strong communication and teamwork are important, despite most employers considering them to be vital, according to new research.
Dancers to host Ceilidh sessions
Dance enthusiasts can enjoy two nights of traditional English movement and music in Leicester.
Store links up for fashion show
Models will showcase spring and summer clothes at a fashion show in aid of Leicester Charity Link.
Explosives charge man to be jailed
A Nottingham man described as an "eccentric" and a "loner" has been warned he faces a substantial prison sentence after admitting possessing an explosive substance.
Rollercoaster result for Tories
Tories made a shock gain from Liberal Democrats in the latest council by-elections with a victory in Leicestershire.
Student to raise £2k for hospital
University of Leicester student Matthew Dacombe is hoping to raise more than £2,000 to help upgrade a children and young people's cancer ward.
Woman and grandson in pond tragedy
A 71-year-old woman and her six-year-old grandson have been found dead in a pond.
Comedy gala raises £1k for 'needy'
Comedians and entertainers have raised more than £1,000 through a sell-out gig in Leicester to help provide essential household items to families in need.
High time to zip across Pride Park
More than 180 people will swoop across Pride Park in the first zip wire event organised at a stadium in the East Midlands.
Policeman and family remembered
Hundreds of friends, family and well-wishers have come together at a memorial service to remember a former Leicestershire Police inspector and the wife and daughter he is believed to have killed.
Royal visit 'boost' for train firm
A visit to the Bombardier train-building factory in Derby by the Prince of Wales next week will be a "great boost" to the workforce, union leaders have said.
Golfer Westwood receives OBE
Golfer Lee Westwood, from Worksop in Nottinghamshire, has been honoured at Buckingham Palace.
Satnav driving us to distraction
Misleading satnavs have caused more than £200 million worth of damage to cars in the past 12 months, it has been revealed, with drivers in the East Midlands exhibiting the most rage with their devices.
Woman and grandson dead in pond
A 71-year-old woman and her six-year-old grandson have been found dead in a pond in Lincolnshire, police have said.
Woman and grandson dead in pond
A 71-year-old woman and her six-year-old grandson have been found dead in a pond in Lincolnshire, police have said.
Woman and grandson dead in pond
A 71-year-old woman and her six-year-old grandson have been found dead in a pond in Lincolnshire, police have said.
0.5% rise in region jobless rate
Unemployment in the East Midlands rose by 1,000 in the three months to December, official figures have revealed.
Driver attacked by snowballs gang
A motorist who confronted a group of youths for throwing snowballs needed hospital treatment after they attacked him and stole his car in Northampton.
Appeal over Ratby armed robbery
Leicestershire Police has issued an appeal for witnesses after an armed robbery took place at a shop in Ratby on Monday evening.
Buxton Mermaid to join her 'merman'
Researchers at Lincoln University have been working to establish the origins of the Buxton Mermaid, a fake mummified mermaid, thought to date back to the mid-19th century.
Employment boost for pit villages
A charity dedicated to the social and economic regeneration of former mining communities has announced funding to provide young people in the East Midlands with apprenticeship and employment opportunities.
Diana notes withdrawn from auction
Two handwritten letters from Diana, Princess of Wales, to her stepmother will no longer go under the hammer in Northamptonshire, an auctioneer said.
Policeman and family remembered
Hundreds of friends, family and well-wishers have come together at a memorial service to remember a former Leicestershire Police inspector and the wife and daughter he is believed to have killed.
Service for policeman and family
A service to celebrate the lives of a former Leicestershire Police inspector and the wife and daughter he is believed to have killed is due to be held later.
Golfer Westwood to receive OBE
Golfer Lee Westwood, from Worksop in Nottinghamshire, is to be honoured at Buckingham Palace.
Signed Elgar manuscript found
An Edward Elgar manuscript that dates back almost 90 years has been found in a "dusty" folder in a council building in Leicestershire.
£500k Lottery boost for region
Four projects in the East Midlands will be sharing more than £500,000 of National Lottery good cause funding.
Postmaster kidnapped by raiders
A postmaster was threatened with an imitation firearm before being kidnapped and driven nearly 20 miles to his post office in Leicestershire, police have revealed.
Trust in Helen for fashion tips
Fashionistas can get a steer on this season's fashion trends at a spring fundraiser organised by a charity which helps people in North Derbyshire.
Family fun day has green theme
Energy efficiency will be the underlying message behind a family fun day in Nottingham being organised by Action For Children.
Blind man's attacker hunted
A blind man has been punched in the face during an assault in Northampton, police said.
59% of region males in 'bromance'
More than half (59%) of men in the East Midlands are in or have had a "bromance" - a close platonic relationship with someone of the same sex - according to a survey.
Drugs theory after two bodies found
Two people whose bodies were found at separate addresses in Leicestershire may have taken a form of the drug ketamine, police believe.
Bedding needed by dog rescue centre
Duvets, pillows and blankets are needed to make bedding for dogs being looked after by Jerry Green Dog Rescue in Nottinghamshire.
Land Rovers help snow-hit residents
Vulnerable and elderly people in the East Midlands affected by widespread snow and ice are receiving support thanks to the British Red Cross' fleet of Land Rovers.
Olympic wannabe hopes for lift off
An Olympic hopeful is using technology developed to help keep Soviet cosmonauts in shape in space in a bid to save her hopes of competing in this year's games.
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Wednesday 22 February 2012
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