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SECOND-wicket pair Ben Slater and Chesney Hughes made it a good start for Derbyshire on the opening day of their match against the Indian tourists at the 3aaa County Ground. Following the early loss of Paul Borrington, Slater and Hughes put on 70 before Hughes, named as captain because Wayne Madsen was missing the match with a back problem, was out in the final over before lunch. He made 23 and that left Derbyshire 79-2 at lunch after they had won the toss and chosen to bat. Slater was 39 not out. The Indians, as they did in their last warm-up match at Leicester, signalled the intention to use all 18 members of their squad in the match and they took a first wicket in the sixth over as Borrington pushed at a ball from Pankaj Singh and was caught at second slip by Ajinkya Rahane for nought at 9-1. Slater, with an opening berth in the Championship side to be won following the retirement of Stephen Moore, made a confident start but just as it seemed he and Hughes were about to see Derbyshire through to lunch, left-arm spinner Ravindra Jadeja struck with his fourth ball to take a second wicket.

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Gargoyle and stone lion found in shopping trolley in Markeaton Park

July 1, 2014, 5:15 am

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A GARGOYLE, a stone lion and a goose made out of twigs were found in a shopping trolley being pushed through Markeaton Park in Derby. Police are appealing for information on the owners of the garden ornaments which they believe are stolen. An iron was also among the items which were found after officers stopped the trio at 3.25am on June 25. They were seized after police stopped men who were acting suspiciously. Police now want to trace the owner of the items and want to hear from anyone who might know who they belong to. Anyone who recognises the items in the images is asked to call 101 quoting crime reference 49 of June 25.

Cash and watch taken during burglary in Chaddesden

July 1, 2014, 6:11 am

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MONEY and a watch were stolen during a break-in at a house in Derby. The burglary took place in Nottingham Road, Chaddesden, between 1pm and 2pm last Wednesday, June 25. Police says a quantity of cash was taken, along with the gent's Rotary wrist watch. Anyone with information is asked to call Derby CID on 101 quoting crime reference 26585/14.

Bob Osler: Tributes paid following the death of Derby Homes chairman

July 1, 2014, 6:36 am

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DERBY Homes has paid tribute to its chairman, who has died suddenly at the age of 65. Bob Osler joined the board of the organisation – which manages homes on behalf of Derby City Council – in 2002 as an independent member and became chairman in 2009. He died suddenly following a suspected heart attack while out cycling on Sunday. His death comes almost two years after Phil Davies, chief executive of Derby Homes, died following a cancer diagnosis the month before. Leading the tributes was Maria Murphy, director of Derby Homes, who said: "Bob was more than a figurehead for Derby Homes – he was an inspiring person who engaged with tenants and employees and genuinely wanted to understand their issues. "Bob will be missed by us all but his vision and passion for improving the lives of people in this city will not be lost." Before joining Derby Homes, Mr Osler worked for firm Marks and Spencer and Coats Viyella, before starting his own international management consultancy and textile procurement businesses. Mrs Murphy said, when Mr Osler became Derby Homes chairman, he said: "It's an exciting time for social housing and I'm very passionate about Derby Homes. "I'm keen we continue to do as much as we can to improve the lives of our tenants and their families – not just in the short term but over the next 10 or 20 years." Mrs Murphy said: "That statement was typical of Bob and he remained committed to improving lives and providing opportunities. He championed the continuation of the family intervention project – to help some of the most chaotic families in the city. "And, more recently, he provided the support and visionary leadership to enable us to set up the Derby Homes Apprenticeship Scheme which, by the end of this year, will be employing 40 young people." Councillor Martin Rawson, deputy leader of the council, said: "It is with great regret I share the sad news of the passing of Bob and I wish to convey my heartfelt condolences to his family, friends and colleagues. "We were lucky enough to welcome Bob to the board in 2002, where he played an active role in helping them to grow and secure social housing in Derby. "He cared greatly about providing affordable housing for tenants in need of social housing and made it his mission to ensure their needs were catered for. "His passion for his work was an inspiration and he will be greatly missed by all who met him. I am sure his legacy will live on in the work of Derby Homes as they continue to secure the best future for their tenants." Did you know Mr Osler? Pay tribute to him in our comments box, below, or by e-mailing cvjones@derbytelegraph.co.uk. Alternatively, send us a message on Twitter (@DerbyTelegraph).

Slater and Durston 50s for Derbyshire against Indians

July 1, 2014, 7:58 am

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HALF-centuries from Ben Slater and Wes Durston helped Derbyshire get off to a satisfactory start to their three-day match against the Indians at the 3aaa County Ground. Slater was out for 54 shortly after reaching his half-century but Durston was 53 not out at tea in a score of 186-4. Following the early loss of Paul Borrington, Slater and Chesney Hughes put on 70 before Hughes, named as captain because Wayne Madsen was missing the match with a back problem, was out, bowled by left-arm spinner Ravindra Jadeja in the final over before lunch. He made 23 and that left Derbyshire 79-2 at lunch. The Indians, as they did in their last warm-up match at Leicester, signalled the intention to use all 18 members of their squad in the match and they took a first wicket in the sixth over as Borrington pushed at a ball from Pankaj Singh and was caught at second slip by Ajinkya Rahane for nought at 9-1. Slater, with an opening berth in the Championship side to be won following the retirement of Stephen Moore, moved to his 50 with a cover-driven four off Ishant Sharma but, in the following over, was caught behind off Jadeja for 54. Alex Hughes was bowled by Ishwar Pandey for one at 115-4 but Durston was quickly into his stride and brought up his 50 off 56 balls with seven fours and a six. Billy Godleman was with him on 27 not out at tea.

Officer pops the question at Lancers' parade through Derby

July 1, 2014, 8:14 am

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Lance Corporal Wayne Hutchinson proposed to his stunned girlfriend at a welcome home parade through Derby. The officer, from Derby, was one of 180 from the 9th/12th Royal Lancers who paraded through the city centre today following their final tour of Afghanistan. A packed Market Place saw him get down on one knee in front of Katy Blood, 24, and popping the question before slipping a ring on her finger when she said yes. L Cpl Hutchinson, 24, had asked Katy's parents' permission and was glad the big moment had finally arrived. He said: "I am relieved that she said yes! "I talked about it while I was away and thankfully her parents said I could do it."

Driver who helped out at Derby roadside birth is reunited with new mum

July 1, 2014, 8:20 am

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A MUM who gave birth at the side of the A38 has thanked the Derby Telegraph for finding the motorist who stopped to help.

Monika Zawierucha, 24, said she was desperate to find the woman who went to her aid when she gave birth opposite the McDonald's restaurant at Derby's Markeaton Island.

We revealed the drama on our website and appealed for the driver to come forward.

Within a few hours, Kate Goodall, 23, of Findern, contacted our newsroom and revealed she was the mystery woman Monika and husband Jerzy were so keen to find.

Kate then made contact with Monika, who invited her round to her Mackworth home, where they recalled the birth drama on May 5.

Monika, who moved to Derby from Poland 18 months ago, said she was thrilled Kate came forward.

She said: "Kate came round and it was lovely. We chatted about the birth and it was good to finally be able to say thank you to her.

"It was nice. She brought her boy along and he got on really well with my five-year-old boy, Konrad.

"I'm glad she got in touch. I was really surprised at how quickly she came forward.

"It was literally within two or three hours after the story went on the Derby Telegraph website."

Monika was being rushed to hospital by Jerzy after she went into labour with their second child at home.

But by the time they reached Markeaton Island, the baby's head had already started to appear.

The shocked couple decided there was no time to get to the Royal Derby Hospital so Jerzy pulled over on the A38, opposite the McDonald's restaurant, and delivered the child himself.

However, this was not before he flagged down Kate – who stopped and helped by calling 999 and relaying instructions from the emergency control room.

Despite the trauma, daughter Hanna was born healthy and weighing 8lb 4oz. Recalling the birth, Kate – herself a mum-of-one – said: "When I saw Monika in the car, I thought she had passed out.

"I went over to the car and could see that instead she was giving birth. I couldn't believe it.

"I rang for an ambulance and the operator was asking lots of questions like how old she was and how many weeks into the pregnancy she was.

"I didn't really do much. It was Monika who obviously had to do most of the work!

"I would imagine it was quite scary giving birth on the side of the road. She did really well."

Durston leads Derbyshire CCC to a good first day against India

July 1, 2014, 10:34 am

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AN aggressive 95 for Wes Durston plus half-centuries from Ben Slater, Billy Godleman and Harvey Hosein made it a good day for Derbyshire to start their three-day match against the Indians at the 3aaa County Ground. After winning the toss, Derbyshire made 326-5 against an attack of international quality, with Godleman 67 not out and Hosein, making his senior debut at the age of 17, 53 not out. The Indians, as they did in their last warm-up match at Leicester, deprived the game of first-class status by using all 18 members of their squad in the match and they took a first wicket in the sixth over as Borrington pushed at a ball from Pankaj Singh and was caught at second slip by Ajinkya Rahane for nought at 9-1. Slater and Chesney Hughes put on 70 before Hughes, named as captain because Wayne Madsen was missing the match with a back problem, was bowled by left-arm spinner Ravindra Jadeja in the final over before lunch. He made 23 and that left Derbyshire 79-2. Slater, with an opening berth in the Championship side to be won following the retirement of Stephen Moore, moved to his 50 with a cover-driven four off Ishant Sharma but, in the following over, was caught behind off Jadeja for 54. Alex Hughes was bowled by Ishwar Pandey for one at 115-4 but Durston was quickly into his stride and brought up his 50 off 56 balls with seven fours and a six. But five runs short of a century, Durston got a leading edge to a ball from Stuart Binny and gave an easy return catch. His 95 came off 90 balls with 14 fours and two sixes. The score was then 239-5 but Godleman and 17-year-old Hosein added an unbroken 87 for the sixth wicket. Godleman reached his 50 off 120 balls with six fours and was content to build his innings steadily as Hosein drove sweetly for eight fours in his 88-ball half-century.

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Derby County to unveil new home kit on Thursday

July 2, 2014, 3:26 am

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DERBY County are unveiling their new home kit for the 2014-15 season on Thursday. The kit - designed by Umbro - will be worn in the Rams' first pre-season friendly at Matlock Town on Thursday night (7.45pm). Umbro Tweeted out a teaser today, showing the Rams logo on the new shirt. See the Tweet below.

The new @dcfcofficial home shirt - all will be revealed very soon... pic.twitter.com/USCxbUrQX4

— Umbro (@umbro) July 2, 2014

Valuable fishing equipment stolen during Ripley burglary

July 2, 2014, 3:33 am

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VALUABLE fishing equipment was stolen from a flat during a burglary in Ripley. Nine fishing rods, bags, boxes and tackle were taken sometime between 9pm on Wednesday, June 25 and 12.30am on Thursday, June 26 from a flat in Nottingham Road. Police believe the offender may have got into the property through an insecure window. Community Safety Inspector Russell Dakin said: "Fishing equipment and other sporting equipment can be quite valuable and expensive to replace so we would urge people to make sure that they store it as securely as possible. "Never leave equipment on show from the outside, and if you store items in a shed or garage then always make sure it is locked, and that the lock you use is substantial and of a good quality. "People should also consider installing an alarm and security marking valuable items." Anyone with information about the incident should contact Derbyshire police on 101 quoting crime reference number 26471/14.

Sudbury absconder Marcus Brotherson hands himself in to police

July 2, 2014, 3:53 am

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A ROBBER who walked out of a Derbyshire open prison has handed himself in to police. Marcus Brotherson walked into a police station in Birmingham last night. He had who absconded from HMP Sudbury overnight June 19 and 20. Brotherson, 27, from Birmingham, had been convicted of robbery in 2012 and was sentenced to four years' imprisonment.

Derbyshire's best coffee shops - according to you!

July 2, 2014, 4:59 am

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We asked you, the Derby Telegraph readers, to recommend a great coffee shop in Derbyshire. Here's what you came up with! Bean Caffé, Derby Costa Coffee at Intu, St Peter's Street and the Wyvern, Derby Caruso Café Boutique, Derby Fresh Basil, Belper I Should Cocoa, Belper Milly Mays, Mickleover Nero, Derby Starbucks, Derby The Coffee House, Derby Museum and Art Gallery The Pantry, Swanwick The Cosy Cup, Matlock The Bottle Kiln, West Hallam The Bridge, Ashbourne The Coffee House, Ilkeston Uncle Tom's Cabin, Derby *If your favourite coffee shop isn't listed here, let us know what it is in the comments box below.

Early double breakthrough for Derbyshire bowlers against Indians

July 2, 2014, 5:07 am

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THERE was an early wicket each for Mark Turner and Ben Cotton as the Indians took their turn to bat on day two of their match against Derbyshire at the 3aaa County Ground. Both Indian openers fell cheaply after Derbyshire declared on their overnight total of 326-5. Murali Vijay was lbw to Turner for six at 18-1 and Shikhar Dhawan followed in the next over, very well caught low to his left by wicketkeeper Harvey Hosein having also made six. That made it 18-2. Cotton was into an especially impressive spell from the city end. Though the slow wicket gave him no great help, he bowled with great discipline to take 1-6 in his eight overs. Greg Cork almost made a memorable contribution with his sixth ball after replacing Cotton as Virat Kholi edged but the chance fell just short of Chesney Hughes at first slip. Kholi was on 22 at the time and was 36 not out at lunch in a total of 76-2, with Cheteshwar Pujara 20 not out.

Derbyshire firefighters to join strike next week

July 2, 2014, 5:20 am

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Derbyshire firefighters will join hundreds of thousands of other public sector workers taking strike action on July 10. Local government workers, teachers and civil servants - all members of Unison - will stage a walk-out over a range of issues, including attacks on pay and pensions and workloads. The firefighters' strike will last between 10am and 7pm and will be the fifteenth in the Fire Brigade Union's campaign. The union is also expected to announce further action later this week. Matt Wrack, FBU general secretary, said: "The FBU has wanted to settle our dispute for a long time, but the government at Westminster is simply not listening. "We are therefore proud to take strike action alongside our colleagues in other unions on July 10. "The fact that this government has united so many workers to take strike action against them is a testament to the failure of their policies. "They are destroying our public services and wrecking the lives of millions. "If they won't listen and won't negotiate then this is the result — and they should face more of the same if necessary." It is estimated that as many as two million workers will take strike action. Assistant Chief Fire Officer Gavin Tomlinson, spokesperson for DFRS, said: "Derbyshire Fire & Rescue Service will still be responding to 999 calls albeit at a reduced level. "Once again we are asking members of the public to take extra steps to reduce the risk of a fire breaking out in their home and to take extra care when driving on the roads during times of industrial action. "Fire can start for a variety of reasons, from cooking being left unattended, to electrical faults. It is therefore essential that everyone ensures that they have a working smoke alarm fitted on every level of their home, to provide vital early warning of a fire and to give occupants crucial time to escape. "I would urge everyone to visit our website, www.derbys-fire.gov.uk where there is a wealth of fire safety advice and information available. "If you do have a fire, do not try to tackle this yourself, get out, stay out and call 999, we will respond."

VIDEO: Morph is making a comeback!

July 2, 2014, 5:43 am

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Animated plasticine hero Morph is to make a comeback - as a You Tube sensation! The flexible fella first propelled himself out of a pencil case on TV's Take Hart in 1977 and was loved by the nation. On Friday he and his old mate Chas will be making a return to our screens - but this time on You Tube. Enjoy a trailer here:

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Derbyshire family has rediscovered freedom with new mobility scooters

July 2, 2014, 6:00 am

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A Derbyshire family of four has rediscovered freedom after becoming the owners of new mobility scooters. Colin Whitt, 52, of Heanor, his wife, Linda, 43, along with parents Jessie Whitt, 76, and John, 80, have all become recent owners of a new type of folding mobility scooter, the TGA Minimo, so they can enjoy independence outdoors together. Pictured, from left, are John, Jessie, Linda and Colin Whitt riding their folding mobility scooters.

Postcode Lottery continues to bring huge boost to PDSA charity

July 2, 2014, 6:00 am

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ON behalf of national veterinary charity PDSA, which has a busy pet hospital in London Road, Derby, I would like to say a huge thank-you to people who play the People's Postcode Lottery.

We've just received exciting news that their players have raised another £50,000 to support the work of PDSA, bringing the total raised for us in less than a year to an incredible £600,000.

This important funding ensures we can extend our vital pet wellbeing treatment and education programmes in many more areas to keep pets healthy and happy and we are so very grateful to the players for their generosity.

PDSA is one of 40 charities across Great Britain that will receive the extra funding boost from players of People's Postcode Lottery. This support has made a huge difference to hundreds of communities with funding awarded to grassroots groups and local projects as well as national and international charities.

In total, over £41 million has been raised by players of the People's Postcode Lottery for good causes since its launch in 2008 – an incredible achievement. On behalf of us here at PDSA and all the pets we treat – thank you to the local players for their amazing support.

Elaine Pendlebury

PDSA senior veterinary surgeon

Police release CCTV of man they wish to speak to in connection with theft

July 2, 2014, 6:08 am

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POLICE have released a CCTV image of a man to whom they want to speak in connection with a theft from a One Stop Store in Ilkeston. On Friday, June 6, just after 10pm, a man walked into the One Stop Store on Charlotte Street, picked up a crate of beer and walked out of the shop without offering payment. He was described as white, in his mid-20s and wearing a black woollen hat, black Adidas top and black trousers. It is believed he is linked to other thefts in connection with this store. Anyone that recognises the man in the CCTV image is asked to contact PC Tania Westmoreland at Ilkeston police station using the non-emergency number 101. To report crime anonymously, call Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.

Derby County linked with Algeria's World Cup striker Islam Slimani

July 2, 2014, 6:33 am

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DERBY County are being linked with striker Islam Slimani, who starred for Algeria in the World Cup. West Ham United are also reported to be interested in the Sporting Lisbon player. His agent has suggested he could leave Sporting Lisbon this summer. The 26-year-old scored two goals at World Cup in matches against South Korea and Russia to help Algeria reach the last 16 where they lost to Germany after extra time.

Derby needs litter pickers to get verges ready for mowing

July 2, 2014, 6:40 am

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DAVID Bartram, the city council's head of highways, says the presence of litter, dog faeces and drug paraphernalia means grass cuttings cannot be collected "Eyesore claims over grass cuttings" (June 16).

So apart from an eyesore of piled-up mown grass, we have it in black and white that amongst it all we have obvious health and safety issues – dog fouling, glass and drug-related equipment, so our children are not safe to play any more.

Surely in that case, we need litter pickers urgently to keep this at a minimum.

It's obvious the mower men can't get off their machines to clear any rubbish before cutting the grass.

Apart from this, having had an engineering background, all the debris picked up in the mowers must do considerable damage to the machine. But never mind, our taxes will pay for the repairs, won't they?

Michael Orme,

Queensferry gardens

Shelton Lock.