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Tributes paid to ‘special son’ and ‘delightful young man’ who died in Draycott collision

The family and friends of a young man who died in a collision in Draycott have paid tribute to a 'one of a kind, delightful young man.' George Barton died following a collision in Derby Road at around 8.15pm on Sunday 6th September. He was taken to hospital with serious injuries and died the following morning. The 22-year-old grew up in Ockbrook and loved being outside and helping on the family farm. George’s parents Richard and Samantha said: “I know […]

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Your cancellation’s covered: New scheme to help stranded rail passengers arrives

From Sunday 20th September 2026, passengers whose trains are cancelled will be able to use other services free of charge – ending limbo at stations and the need for costly re-bookings. Currently passengers are paying the price for a system which prioritises shareholders when trains are cancelled. People are left to wait on platforms for operators to agree ticket acceptance, rush to catch another service across the station, buy a new ticket, or abandon their journey altogether - with countless […]

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Mayor of the East Midlands elected to lead UK Mayors Network

The Mayor of the East Midlands, Claire Ward, has been elected by her fellow mayors to chair the UK Mayors Network - giving her a national leadership role as Government devolves more power to regions. The UK Mayors Network is the sector body for strategic authorities. It brings together the regional mayors to discuss shared priorities and work on issues including devolution, transport, skills, housing and economic growth. Mayor Claire assumes the role of chair from Tracy Brabin, Mayor of […]

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FREE NHS health checks brought directly to Derbyshire workplaces

Employers across Derbyshire are being encouraged to sign up for a free service that brings health checks directly into the workplace, making it easier for staff to understand their health and take action early if needed. Available to workplaces across Derbyshire (excluding Derby City), the service is free for both employers and employees. Businesses simply need to provide a suitable space and register their interest, with the NHS Health Check team taking care of the rest. The initiative supports Derbyshire […]

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Cordon put into place in Long Eaton after altercation between two men

Long Eaton Police officers have issued an appeal for information after two men became involved in a fight in the town centre. A statement from Derbyshire Police said that reports were received about an assault at around 11:15pm on Thursday 10th September, which led to a cordon being put into place in the Market Place, which remained in place on Friday morning 11th September whilst investigation work continued, with some local shops being forced to remain closed as a result. […]

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Long Eaton-based hair salon business marks five-year green partnership for National Recycle Week 2026

A hairdressing salon business with its headquarters in Long Eaton, has revealed that, during its five-year partnership with the Green Salon Collective (GSC), its salons have diverted over eight tonnes of waste from going to landfill – the equivalent of FOUR adult male giraffes!* Since the partnership with the recycling organisation began, KH Hair has collected: 5.2 tonnes of foils and colour tubes (about twelve times as heavy as an average riding horse*) 2.87 tonnes of hair (as heavy as […]

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Open letter from MP demands answers over Ilkeston Market Place safety failures

Erewash MP Adam Thompson has written an open letter to Cllr Charlotte Hill, Reform’s Highways Lead at Derbyshire County Council to demand answers on what work is being done to make Ilkeston Market Place safer. The action follows a meeting, held in the town in April 2026, between Adam, Cllr Hill, and family members of Samuel Wilson, but Mr. Thompson has said that whilst the meeting had seemed like a pragmatic cross-party discussion, it was followed by "...months of silence […]

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Ilkeston Police appeal for footage to help tackle anti-social driving in the town

Police officers in Ilkeston are appealing for video footage to help tackle the issue of anti-social driving in the town. A Problem Management Plan has been put into place after reports were received about groups of cars being driven in an anti-social manner on several occasions on Chalons Way throughout August. Work will be carried out with Erewash Borough Council and the Community Safety Partnership with a Public Spaces Protection Order being implemented in the town which gives authorities powers […]

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Image of the A38 in Derby near Markeaton Island. Image by LDRS

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Derby firm wants A38 decision soon amid significant disruption

The boss of a Derby haulage firm has called for clarity on the “vital” A38 expansion plan as traffic problems hit his business. The calls come after major, but controversial, plans to transform one of Derby’s busiest roads have been placed in fresh doubt in recent months. The Government had previously committed to funding an estimated £600m project which would see the creation of flyovers, underpasses, and roads widened from four lanes (two on either side) to six (three on […]

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Tributes paid to ‘special son’ and ‘delightful young man’ who died in Draycott collision

Your cancellation’s covered: New scheme to help stranded rail passengers arrives

Mayor of the East Midlands elected to lead UK Mayors Network

FREE NHS health checks brought directly to Derbyshire workplaces

Cordon put into place in Long Eaton after altercation between two men

Long Eaton-based hair salon business marks five-year green partnership for National Recycle Week 2026

Open letter from MP demands answers over Ilkeston Market Place safety failures

Ilkeston Police appeal for footage to help tackle anti-social driving in the town

Derby firm wants A38 decision soon amid significant disruption

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