London 2012 Paralympics
The London 2012 Paralympics takes place between 29th August and 9th September. Paralympians from across the world will compete in 20 different sports in the 2012 games
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Simmonds excited for the closing ceremony
Walsall-based Paralympian, Ellie Simmonds, has said she is looking forward to tonight's closing ceremony after an "amazing Games".
Talking on BBC Radio 5 Live, the athlete from Aldridge said: "I am very excited and quite emotional. I am sad that it has ended but I am really looking forward to the closing ceremony tonight and everything I have got to do afterwards. I'm so happy with what I have achieved."
Ellie Simmonds won her fourth medal last night, adding silver to her two golds and bronze medal success at the London Games 2012.
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Welcome home Richard!
Nottinghamshire is getting ready to welcome home Paralympic gold medallist Richard Whitehead.
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Inspired by the Paralympics? Get involved here
Have you or your children been inspired by our Paralympians? To help find their local club, ITV Central has created a map showing them.
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Seal of approval for David Stone
A post box will be painted gold by Royal Mail to celebrate Birmingham-born cyclist David Stone's Paralympic gold medal success.