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A telehandler near a powerline. (Credit: National Grid)

Farmers in Derbyshire urged to ‘check it, don’t chance it’ during Farm Safety Week

As part of Farm Safety Week (20th–24th July 2026), National Grid Electricity Distribution is encouraging farmers across Derbyshire to take a moment to check their surroundings and stay alert when working near overhead power lines and underground electricity cables. The electricity network operator, which serves the Midlands, South West and South Wales, is sharing a simple but important message: check it, don't chance it. The reminder comes as part of a wider effort to reduce the number of incidents involving […]

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The Belper Mills complex. Image from Eddie Bisknell.

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Derby’s housing need – one of core reasons for Derbyshire’s 10 councils becoming two with north-south Amber Valley split

Derby’s housing need is one of the core reasons the Government chose to replace Derbyshire’s 10 councils with two on a north-south split through Amber Valley, ministers have revealed. In a letter to Derby and Derbyshire’s councils, Steve Reed, the Secretary of State for housing, communities and local government, detailed the reasons for his decision which was made last week. Mr Reed had stressed in his announcement that a core reason for the reshuffle was to aid cities which have […]

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SUMMER KIDZ: Derbyshire Police Summer Child Safety resources

Derbyshire Constabulary's summer child safety resources focus on preventing anti-social behaviour (ASB), internet safety, and pedestrian awareness. Parents are advised to utilise the Derbyshire Constabulary Just a Second Campaign for free activity booklets, pedestrian safety advice, and family road trip activities. To help protect children during the summer break, Derbyshire Police are highlighting three key focus areas: Online Safety: The relaxed summer atmosphere can cause youth to lower their guard on social media and gaming platforms. Parents should continuously discuss […]

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SUMMER KIDZ: Water safety this Summer

Derbyshire Fire & Rescue Service (DFRS) is calling for people to stay safe and prevent emergencies after the county experienced prolonged hot and dry weather. DFRS is reminding people of the dangers of open water. Parents, guardians and carers are being encouraged to speak to children and young people about staying safe while spending time outdoors and to remember the Float to Live message should they get into difficulty. Group Manager Frith added: "We know that some children will be […]

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SUMMER KIDZ: Fire safety this Summer

Derbyshire Fire & Rescue Service (DFRS) is calling for people to stay safe and prevent emergencies after the county experienced prolonged hot and dry weather. With many people expected to spend more time outdoors to enjoy the Summer Holidays, firefighters are reiterating their warning not to take barbecues or light campfires in open spaces, including the Peak District National Park. Warm temperatures and low rainfall mean that not only is the Peak tinder dry but others outdoor spaces are too […]

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Derby College Group animal care students head to Kefalonia for turtle conservation project

A group of Level 3 Animal Management students from Derby College Group are on their way to the Greek island of Kefalonia to take part in a turtle conservation project. The 22 students, supervised by Animal Care staff Hazelle Ward and Sam, will showcase their conservation skills and their commitment to protecting the world's ecosystems, all while soaking up plenty of sunshine along the way, something they are very excited about. While on the island, the students will take part […]

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Beauty spot ‘Oscars’ see four accolades for Erewash

Erewash is celebrating a quadruple triumph in awards that are held each year to salute the nation’s most outstanding public spaces – with one of its much-loved parks scooping two of the “Oscars”. The haul of four government-backed accolades saw Ilkeston’s Victoria Park honoured twice. One of the gongs is for the care that goes into making it a pleasure to visit – and is called a Green Flag Award. The other is a Green Heritage Site Accreditation for how […]

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Credit: Derbyshire Fire & Rescue Service

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Eleven new wholetime firefighters for Derbyshire

Derbyshire Fire & Rescue Service has marked the end of training for 11 new Firefighters who will now begin their careers at fire stations across the county. Formally welcoming the new recruits on Friday 17th July 2026, Derbyshire’s Chief Fire Officer/Chief Executive Michael Sharman hosted a pass out ceremony to celebrate and mark their achievement with the presentation of certificates, special awards, and operational displays for the assembled guests. Speaking afterwards, CFO/CE Sharman said: “It is always an honour to […]

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Jari Luoma (credit) with his listening equipment in Finland.

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Scandinavian Sound – Erewash Sound reaches far afield in Summer months

Warmer Summer weather has left local people reaching for ice creams, cold drinks and fans but in Scandinavia, it has led one radio buff to reach for his listening equipment. Jari Luoma contacted Erewash Sound from Southern Finland, having picked up 103.5 FM broadcasts on two occasions, in what he described "an exceptional moment for UK radio reception", adding that he was thrilled to receive our low power signal. Jari, a radio DXer who operates a remote listening station using […]

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Farmers in Derbyshire urged to ‘check it, don’t chance it’ during Farm Safety Week

Derby’s housing need – one of core reasons for Derbyshire’s 10 councils becoming two with north-south Amber Valley split

SUMMER KIDZ: Derbyshire Police Summer Child Safety resources

SUMMER KIDZ: Water safety this Summer

SUMMER KIDZ: Fire safety this Summer

Derby College Group animal care students head to Kefalonia for turtle conservation project

Beauty spot ‘Oscars’ see four accolades for Erewash

Eleven new wholetime firefighters for Derbyshire

Scandinavian Sound – Erewash Sound reaches far afield in Summer months

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