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A sentimental festive gift and successful day out at the garden centre with my pooch – what more could you ask for?

Authorities are investigating after a scooter reportedly stuck in a river vanished overnight.

A young hockey player has received a special badge for his sport.

More than 1,000 Santas were released from a fun run start line by YouTube sensation Colin Furze and his flaming Christmas trees.

Santas of all ages had a run at the weekend.

Crowds turned out for a Victorian-style Christmas market at the weekend.

Put your mind to the test for one last time – as this year’s final item for the Cabinet of Curiosities is revealed…

Santa has been spotted delivering presents to children and rumour has it, he’ll be back tonight.

A couple has installed a 39-foot Christmas tree in a bid to beat the county’s record — and spread some festive cheer.

Christmas cheer has arrived in Rutland, says columnist Allan Grey.

An author has won an award for ‘bringing magic to children’s literature’.

Scrapping, underage drinking, drug use and overcrowding are just some of the serious issues that have plagued The Grapes recently.

A woman has showcased parts of a town in her new music video.

Care home staff and residents have celebrated a national Scottish holiday.

Lions Club members are once again helping out Santa as he visits people in the area.

Otter sightings are considered rare, but one man’s bittersweet find might be a good sign for wildlife-lovers.

Firefighters will be out throughout December to help Santa.

Christmas has begun at a church.

A Christmas obsessed couple who transform their home with more than 80,000 lights, prepare to go bigger and better to raise money for charity.

People from two parishes are ensuring the religious buildings at their heart will offer comfort - and not just the spiritual kind.