Lucky cat: £1 million scratchcard winners thank pet for payout
A couple who scooped a £1 million lottery scratchcard prize have thanked their cat Shortcake for the win – after rushing out to buy its pet food.
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Boy found safe after boarding bus in ‘distressed state’ wearing pyjamas
A boy seen boarding a bus in slippers and a dressing gown in a “distressed state” on Saturday night has been found after a large-scale search, police said.
Woman admits arson after causing huge railway station blaze
A woman has admitted setting a fire in a railway station’s toilets which caused an estimated £5.5 million in damage and travel disruption.
Sex abuse of children in care ‘widespread’ as councils accused of failures
Sexual abuse of children in council care in Nottinghamshire was widespread for decades and repeated failures to learn from mistakes exposed more young people to harm, a report has concluded.
Maharaj leads Yorkshire to brink of victory over leaders Somerset
Keshav Maharaj turned in a fine individual display to spin Yorkshire to within touching distance of victory over Specsavers County Championship leaders Somerset at Headingley.
Nottinghamshire batsman Hales determined to put mistakes behind him
Nottinghamshire opener Alex Hales is determined to put past mistakes behind him and make the most of what is left of his cricket career.
Residents throw 10th birthday party for cat crowned king of village
A village is coming together to throw a birthday party for a cat who has become famous for making himself at home in local shops.
Joe Denly and Harry Podmore lead Kent to crushing win over Nottinghamshire
Joe Denly’s unbeaten 167 and a five-wicket blast from Harry Podmore helped Kent to a crushing 285-run Specsavers County Championship victory over struggling Nottinghamshire.