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Former headteacher who sexted teen thought boy was winding him up about his age — Former headteacher who sexted teen thought boy was winding him up about his age

A primary school headteacher accused of sexting a 14 year old boy on social media told a jury he thought the boy was winding him up about his age.

Two down one to go as osprey eggs hatch at Rutland Water — Two down one to go as osprey eggs hatch at Rutland Water

Webcam reveals magic moments as Maya welcomes her 10th brood of osprey chicks

So what took folk star 47 years to make debut solo album? — So what took folk star 47 years to make debut solo album?

Folk singer-songwriter Steve Somers' life in music - from winning New Faces and touring with Johnny Cash to landing in the Middle East at gunpoint

A lasting tribute to motor racing history — A lasting tribute to motor racing history

A lasting reminder of Bourne’s motor racing heritage is to be installed in the town.

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Record shop dream becomes reality for care manager and Popmaster champ — Record shop dream becomes reality for care manager and Popmaster champ

The resurgence of vinyl records has persuaded a music-obsessed family to open a new independent record shop in Oakham

NHS reveals when under 40s will get Covid jabs — NHS reveals when under 40s will get Covid jabs

People aged 38 and 39 the next to be offered their first Covid-19 vaccine NHS officials have confirmed.

Clothes prices slashed to £20 or less — Clothes prices slashed to £20 or less

Shop staff will offer huge discounts on their final day of trading.

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Shoplifters ran from Boots — Shoplifters ran from Boots

Police are appealing for mobile images after shoplifters struck in a branch of Boots on Tuesday afternoon.

Homes developer partners with Virgin Media — Homes developer partners with Virgin Media

Larkfleet Homes and Allison Homes have announced a partnership with Virgin Media to bring fast and reliable broadband to new residents.

What to do if you find a baby bird this spring — What to do if you find a baby bird this spring

Fresh advice on what to do if you find a baby bird has been issued by the RSPCA as it prepares for an increase in calls during the breeding season.

Poet laureate to shed light on inequality — Poet laureate to shed light on inequality

Stamford's poet laureate will shed light on aspects of inequality.

Man sent sex messages on Grindr app to undercover police officer posing as teenager — Man sent sex messages on Grindr app to undercover police officer posing as teenager

A 45 year old man sent sex messages to an undercover police officer posing as a 14 year old on the dating app Grindr, a jury was told today.

Generous George reaches his £20,000 goal to build a well — Generous George reaches his £20,000 goal to build a well

A dream has come true for a Stamford man who has gone the extra mile to do something special for others.

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Opening the door to hidden secrets — Opening the door to hidden secrets

Researcher Stuart Henderson has opened the door to some of the secrets hidden within our surroundings.

Dog rescue centre continues to be helped by lottery — Dog rescue centre continues to be helped by lottery

A dog rescue charity and an animal lover have found themselves in a win-win situation from a lottery.

Looking back over the years with Mercury Memories — Looking back over the years with Mercury Memories

Take a trip down memory lane.

Save a hen from slaughter by giving it a home — Save a hen from slaughter by giving it a home

A rehoming event for hens is taking place in Collyweston this weekend.

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SPORT

Long trip proves rewarding as reserves give themselves a chance of progressing — Long trip proves rewarding as reserves give themselves a chance of progressing

Sutton suffer their first defeat of the cup campaign as Uppingham keep hopes alive.

Colts make flying start with emphatic victory

Colts make flying start with emphatic victory

Colts make flying start with emphatic victory

Charlie claims hat-trick haul as Boston are blitzed.

Deeping duo in the driving seat to reach quarter-finals

Deeping duo in the driving seat to reach quarter-finals

Deeping duo in the driving seat to reach quarter-finals

United could have both sides through to the last eight of cup competition.

Deeping defeated as holders lose grip on cup

Deeping defeated as holders lose grip on cup

Deeping defeated as holders lose grip on cup

Barnack beat Ketton Sports in dramatic last ball thriller.

Unbeaten Wittering secure pole position after victory in final group game

Unbeaten Wittering secure pole position after victory in final group game

Unbeaten Wittering secure pole position after victory in final group game

Harriers hit back again to defeat Premier Division hosts.

Wakes looking for a new manager after Arnold leaves Bourne — Bourne 'part ways' with first team boss by 'mutual consent'.

Positive future as Ketton add reserve team to their ranks — Cardea claim victory in group finale despite dominant display from Rutlanders.

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So what took folk star 47 years to make debut solo album? — So what took folk star 47 years to make debut solo album?

Folk singer-songwriter Steve Somers' life in music - from winning New Faces and touring with Johnny Cash to landing in the Middle East at gunpoint

Celebrant is an awards nominee — Celebrant is an awards nominee

A teacher-turned-wedding celebrant has been nominated for an industry award.

Club gives floral gifts to town's carers — Club gives floral gifts to town's carers

Carers were given a delightful spring treat to mark National Flower Arranging Day on Friday last week.

Savoy cinema ready to reopen following six month closure — Savoy cinema ready to reopen following six month closure

Savoy Grantham has announced that it will be reopening its cinema in the town centre this month on May 17.

Returning artist set for launch of comeback solo exhibition — Returning artist set for launch of comeback solo exhibition

Rutland artist Lucy Cade, who took a break from art to bring up her family, returns with her debut solo exhibition of portrait paintings next week

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LIFESTYLE

How to stream a summer of top TV — How to stream a summer of top TV

From new blockbuster movies to much-talked about shows and documentaries, streaming services have some exciting plans for viewers.

Microchipping of cats set to become law — Microchipping of cats set to become law

Cat owners may be forced to mircrochip their pets or face a fine, under proposals set out by the government in today's Queen's Speech.

Costa's 50p drinks are back this week — Costa's 50p drinks are back this week

Costa has unveiled another 50p drinks deal for customers, as the coffee chain's 50th birthday celebrations continue this week.

What is screen stacking and are you guilty of it? — What is screen stacking and are you guilty of it?

Scientists are warning of the dangers of 'screen stacking' and the impact it can have on our family's health. But what is it?

Plastic bag cost to double in all shops — Plastic bag cost to double in all shops

The cost of plastic carrier bags is to double this month with all shops, regardless of their size, included in the new rules.

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