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Erewash Sound's Happy Half Hour with Jeff Martin
9:30am - 10:00am
Daytime with Gordon Slayney
10:00am - 1:00pm
Daytime with Kirsty Corbett
1:00pm - 4:00pm
Erewash Sound Drive with Dan Martin
4:00pm - 7:00pm

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Many Derbyshire councils feel they have borrowing debt under control despite ‘worrying’ UK increase
Many of Derbyshire’s local authorities feel they have their borrowing debts under control despite the UK’s overall councils’ combined debt to lenders amounting to over £122.2 billion with a seven per cent increase during the last financial year.
£24.3 million Government investment to deliver faster, more reliable travel for millions in the East Midlands
Millions of people across the East Midlands will have greater access to jobs, education and public services thanks to a £24.3 million Government boost, which will be shared with communities outside England’s major cities.
£104 million Government investment to deliver faster, more reliable travel for millions
Millions of people across the country will have greater access to jobs, education and public services thanks to a £104 million Government funding boost, which will be shared with communities outside England’s major cities.
Back to School 2025: National Grid powers up safety education for 20,000 East Midlands children and young adults
As the new school year begins, National Grid Electricity Distribution is reminding teachers and community leaders about the free educational resources and workshops they provide.
Historic borough cinema to change hands
Officials representing the REEL Cinemas chain have announced that the historic Ilkeston Scala site is to change hands.
Monthly update from Council Leader James Dawson
Erewash Borough Council's leader James Dawson provides a summary of September’s upcoming activities and key activities and decisions from the council leadership over the past month.
Can an open letter to the heart of government rescue pet owning tenants from the Renters Rights Bill?
Campaigning East Midlands based pets charity AdvoCATS has penned an open letter to Angela Rayner, Secretary of State and Matthew Pennycook, Minister of State, for Housing Communities and Local Government, calling on them to urgently review their amendment to the Renters Rights Bill, retracting the right for a landlord to require pet damage insurance.
Giving Lottery Result for Saturday 30th August 2025
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You're invited to Nottingham Theatre Royal's birthday celebrations!
Becky Morris of Nottingham Theatre Royal joined Kirsty Corbett on Sunday Breakfast's Arts & Toast to talk about the 160th celebrations they have planned, from Monday 22 to Saturday 27 September 2025, including an Open Day with access behind the scenes, heritage exhibition, talks and foyer performances.
Local, published, author Adrian Bowley chats with Kirsty Corbett on "Art & Toast"
You may have seen Peggy (with the boots) on her walks in West Park in Long Eaton! She's the inspiration for local author Adrian Bowley's new book - a fictitious story of love, loss & drama. Adrian talks with Kirsty about Peggy's love of cheese and how he started writing the book which can now be found on Amazon, WHSmith and Waterstones.
Upgraded play park for Ilkeston and authority's finances are in good health - Councillor James Dawson
In his regular monthly slot, Councillor James Dawson spoke to Paul Stacey about Erewash Borough Council being named as a local authority without debt, and highlighted an upgrade to a children's play area in Ilkeston. Broadcast on Erewash Sound Breakfast Show, Monday 1st September 2025.
Ilkeston man completes 1177 miles on his bike from Lands End to John o'Groats for charity
Peter Ennis from Ilkeston spoke to Paul Stacey after completing his 13-day cycle up the length of the country, raising over £2,000 for the Derbyshire Children's Holiday Centre charity. Broadcast on Erewash Sound Breakfast Show, Friday 29th August 2025.
Ilkeston Library hosts post-results support event for young people
Getting exam results can feel overwhelming, but in Derbyshire, support is at hand. Ilkeston Library is one of several venues offering guidance for young people through the Youth Employment Support scheme. Our reporter Mariam Besar went along to find out more.
The Erewash Sound Business Show - 26th August 2025
Helen Purcell sits in for Sally Peacock to celebrate two incredible local Erewash business women who are are both finalists at this year's Enterprising Women Awards hosted by The East Midlands Chamber on 26th September 2025 in Leicestershire. Nicola Chambers is a Financial Director at Dales Fabrications. She is in the running for 'Developing Leader' award. Charlie Dean - managing director from Ilkeston-based Catering24 is also in conversation with Helen who gets candid about work, family and priorities and being in the running for 'Business Woman of the Year'. In a busy show, Helen also ...
5000 mile charity challenge completed! Rob Tiffney on the final 77 miles to Leeds
Back home in Sandiacre, Rob Tiffney explained to Paul Stacey the emotions of the final two days of his 5000-mile challenge for charity MND Association, after making it to Headingley in Leeds on Thursday evening. Broadcast on Erewash Sound Breakfast Show, Friday 22nd August 2025.
The Erewash Sound Business Show - 19th August 2025
Emma Duthie hosts, with Sally Peacock in conversation with Catherine and Andy from Castlefields Kennels in West Hallam for part 1 of the Castlefields Story, on how they regenerated the kennels into a thriving business. Helen Purcell also has another business news round up.