Paralympics 2016
The latest news from Rio on the 2016 Paralympics and athletes from the Anglia region.
Paralympic star to switch on Northampton's Christmas lights
Paralympic gold medalist Ellie Robinson will switch on Northampton's Christmas lights this weekend.
The 15-year-old rose to fame in September when she won the women's S6 50 metres butterfly in Rio.
Now, she has been invited to kick-off her home town's festive celebrations on Saturday evening, while Britain's Got Talent stars Ashleigh and Pudsey will also make an appearance during the day.
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Paralympic rowing champion returns to Peterborough club
Paralympian James Fox has returned to his home rowing club in Peterborough after winning gold in Rio this September.
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Surprise return for Cambridge Paralympian Louis Rolfe
Paralympic gold-medallist Louis Rolfe was treated to a hero's welcome when he returned to his Cambridge college this afternoon.
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Rapturous welcome home for golden girl Ellie
It was back to school today for Paralympic swimmer Ellie Robinson from Northampton.