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Station News
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Giving Lottery Result for Saturday 1st February 2025
Erewash Sound has teamed up with The Giving Lottery to give you the chance to win up to a jackpot of £25,000 by playing for just as little as £1 per week.
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Borough Council calls on residents to tell them the best way to get news out to the community
Erewash Borough Council is looking to boost how it gets news out to residents – and is asking local people for help.
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Ilkeston churches smash fundraising target after supporting NSPCC's 'Walk The Night' on 21st December
Churches in and around Ilkeston have collaborated in support of a national children's charity campaign with your local radio station acting as the starting point.
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Erewash Sound licenced to continue FM broadcasting until 2030
Erewash Sound, which is run on a non-profit making basis, has been granted permission to continue broadcasting on FM until 2030.
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Erewash Sound takes more industry honours following two 2024 awards nominations
The achievements and work of two Erewash Sound members have been recognised at an annual radio industry awards event.
Borough Wide
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AI, skills and sustainability addressed by East Midlands businesses
Guest speakers, panel discussions and networking sessions brought the region’s firms together at Love Business Expo 2025 on 6th February at Holywell Conference Centre in Loughborough.
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New guide helps survivors of sexual violence in Derbyshire
A new online booklet has been unveiled in Derbyshire to help survivors of sexual violence find help and support quickly.
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Fury as £400k play zone is vandalised
Local Police officers are hunting a gang of young vandals who stole supermarket trolleys and set fire to them in an Erewash play park – just months after the borough council spent £400,000 turning it into a showcase children’s fun zone.
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Chamber comments on fall in interest rate
Following the Bank of England’s decision to bring the interest rate down by a quarter point to at 4.5%, East Midlands Chamber has given its reaction. The rate is the lowest it has been since June 2023.
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County Council welcomes clarification on countywide reorganisation
Derbyshire County Council has welcomed the Secretary of State clarifying the position on countywide reorganisation.
Borrowash
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Borough library users encouraged to get ready for system switchover
Borough library users are being encouraged to find out more about the implementation of a new system which will temporarily affect some of the services they can use.
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Disused and sold community hall cleared and sealed after fly tipping blight
The site of a former community hall which was put up for sale and subsequently sold has been cleared and sealed after it became blighted by fly-tippers and break-ins.
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Borough library members encouraged to check details are up to date for new system
Derbyshire library service users are being encouraged to check their membership details are up to date before the introduction of a new system in the new year.
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Councillor gives update on the future of Harrington Green in Borrowash
A borough councillor has taken to social media to update Borrowash residents on the future of land known locally as 'Harrington Green'.
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Derbyshire Police use arrival of the Tour Of Britain to remind people about rules of the road
Derbyshire Police have used the arrival of the Tour of Britain road race in the county to remind both motorists and cyclists of the rules of the road.
Breaston
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Celebrations in Breaston as three households share £200k prize
Three next-door neighbours in a quiet Erewash cul-de-sac are planning a ‘big, big street party’ after pocketing a share of a £1m People’s Postcode Lottery prize.
Breadsall
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Residents back a ban on ‘stunt track’ antics
Erewash Borough Council has officially declared war on drivers who meet up to use a town’s main road as a “stunt track” – after enraged residents overwhelmingly backed proposals for an £100 instant fines on them.
Church Wilne
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Amazing display of classic motorcycles parked up in St. Chad's Church
Motorcycle enthusiasts were in “heaven” when they visited the medieval Church of St Chad at Church Wilne, Derbyshire on the weekend of August the 3rd and 4th. Peter Lindahl reports for Erewash Sound.
Cotmanhay
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Brave gymnast wins local 'Oscar'
A young woman with a rare condition that has led to her being hospitalised more than 250 times with “life-threatening episodes” has won a top local honour after defying the illness to become an inspirational gymnast.
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Erewash Sound licenced to continue FM broadcasting until 2030
Erewash Sound, which is run on a non-profit making basis, has been granted permission to continue broadcasting on FM until 2030.
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Newly elected Erewash and Mid-Derbyshire MPs co-sign letter against care home closure plans
Both MPs elected to seats covering the Erewash borough in the July 4th General Election have, along with a number of other Derbyshire MPs, co-signed a letter to the County Council Leader to protest and appeal against plans to close care homes and day centres.
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Community grants boost tots and OAPs
Toddlers and pensioners are among Erewash residents who have benefitted from a council mission to inject tens of thousands of pounds into the community with a minimum of faff, a new report reveals.
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£2.8m deal helps put Erewash on map - report reveals
A new report has revealed that a £2.8m boost for Erewash clinched by the borough council from central government is putting the borough on the map as it improves the lives of residents.
Dale Abbey
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Derbyshire Police use arrival of the Tour Of Britain to remind people about rules of the road
Derbyshire Police have used the arrival of the Tour of Britain road race in the county to remind both motorists and cyclists of the rules of the road.
Ilkeston
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Grants boost for crafts groups
Two arts and crafts groups that are both on a mission to help Erewash residents get creative have won a funding boost from the borough council – as the authority urged more community organisations to bag grants before a looming deadline.
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CCTV images published after Ilkeston supermarket theft
Police Officers from the Ilkeston Safer Neighbourhood Team are investigating incidents relating to shop theft from ASDA, Heanor Road, Ilkeston on the 5th January at around 6:30pm.
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Northern recognised by British Transport Police for work to protect vulnerable people on the railway
Northern, which runs rail services through Ilkeston Railway Station, has been recognised by British Transport Police for its work to protect vulnerable people travelling on its network.
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Ilkeston Police appeal for information and footage after robbers threaten man to withdraw cash
Police Officers investigating a robbery in Ilkeston are appealing for witnesses and dashcam footage.
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Northern takes delivery of prototype semi-immersive static cab simulator
Northern, which runs rail services through Ilkeston Railway Station, has taken delivery of a prototype of the semi-immersive static cab simulator that new drivers will soon use to earn their stripes.
Draycott
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Three month closure order extended at Draycott property at the centre of anti-social behaviour incidents
A three-month closure order granted on a property in Draycott after concerns about anti-social behaviour and drug related crime has been extended into 2025.
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Draycott man jailed for his part in trio's robbery spree
A Draycott man has been jailed for his part in a trio of criminals who carried out a series of robberies in Derby.
Kirk Hallam
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Residents back a ban on ‘stunt track’ antics
Erewash Borough Council has officially declared war on drivers who meet up to use a town’s main road as a “stunt track” – after enraged residents overwhelmingly backed proposals for an £100 instant fines on them.
Little Eaton
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Residents back a ban on ‘stunt track’ antics
Erewash Borough Council has officially declared war on drivers who meet up to use a town’s main road as a “stunt track” – after enraged residents overwhelmingly backed proposals for an £100 instant fines on them.
Long Eaton
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Fury as £400k play zone is vandalised
Local Police officers are hunting a gang of young vandals who stole supermarket trolleys and set fire to them in an Erewash play park – just months after the borough council spent £400,000 turning it into a showcase children’s fun zone.
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MP responds after 'suspected' arson attack on newly created Long Eaton play area
Police officers in Erewash have launched an investigation after a suspected arson attack was carried out on a newly created play park in Long Eaton.
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Grants boost for crafts groups
Two arts and crafts groups that are both on a mission to help Erewash residents get creative have won a funding boost from the borough council – as the authority urged more community organisations to bag grants before a looming deadline.
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Thieving duo jailed after stealing £2k worth of goods from shops across Derbyshire
A thieving duo who stole more than £2,000 worth of stock across Derbyshire and Long Eaton, have been jailed.
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Improvement plan for SEND children and young people published by the Education and Health Partnership
The partnership responsible for planning, delivering and commissioning services for children and young people with special educational needs and disabilities (SEND) in Derbyshire has published a Priority Impact Plan following a Government notice to improve.
Morley
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Police issue appeal after Morley shed break-in
CCTV images have captured the moment that a thief broke into a shed in Morley.
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DCG Alumnus Nick Wild takes his basketball dreams to new heights in the USA
At just 17 years old, Nick Wild, an ex-student at Derby College Group, is living proof that big dreams and hard work can take you anywhere, even across the Atlantic. Nick's basketball journey, which began on the courts of Derby, has propelled him to an exciting new chapter in the USA.
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Derby students join forces to make local roads safer with Speedwatch initiative
Students from Derby College Group (DCG) are making a tangible impact on road safety by joining the Derbyshire Community Speedwatch scheme, a grassroots initiative aimed at educating drivers about the dangers of speeding.
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Borough leisure venue shortlisted for prestigious county award
An Erewash-based entertainment, sport and leisure venue has been included in a shortlist for a Derbyshire-wide award and may also receive wider national acclaim with any success.
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Derbyshire Police use arrival of the Tour Of Britain to remind people about rules of the road
Derbyshire Police have used the arrival of the Tour of Britain road race in the county to remind both motorists and cyclists of the rules of the road.
Ockbrook
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Construction firm starts work on refurbishing new building for Derbyshire charity Safe and Sound
Work has started on transforming a former restaurant in Derby’s Cathedral Quarter into new headquarters and a community hub for young people and their families affected by child exploitation.
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Disused and sold community hall cleared and sealed after fly tipping blight
The site of a former community hall which was put up for sale and subsequently sold has been cleared and sealed after it became blighted by fly-tippers and break-ins.
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County Councillor updates Ockbrook residents over work to repair pot hole and crater covered local road
A county councillor has taken to social media to apologise to residents of Ockbrook about the ever decreasing condition of a major and busy road through the village.
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Ockbrook and Borrowash Neighbourhood Network calls for a collective 'NO' to proposed pylons
Independent councillors representing Ockbrook and Borrowash have taken to their social media page in a call for residents to give a collective 'NO' message to National Grid proposals for pylons through the two villages.
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Parish Council agrees with a need for clean energy but favours alternative pylon route
A parish council in the borough is leading a petition to gather signatures to support a proposal to counter National Grid plans to run a new pylon route through the borough.
Sandiacre
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Brave gymnast wins local 'Oscar'
A young woman with a rare condition that has led to her being hospitalised more than 250 times with “life-threatening episodes” has won a top local honour after defying the illness to become an inspirational gymnast.
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Borough library users encouraged to get ready for system switchover
Borough library users are being encouraged to find out more about the implementation of a new system which will temporarily affect some of the services they can use.
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Borough library members encouraged to check details are up to date for new system
Derbyshire library service users are being encouraged to check their membership details are up to date before the introduction of a new system in the new year.
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Rural charity seeking donations of IT equipment from Derbyshire businesses
Rural Action Derbyshire (RAD) has announced forging a partnership to continue a successful pilot scheme aimed at refurbishing donated IT devices to help those who are digitally excluded.
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Community grants boost tots and OAPs
Toddlers and pensioners are among Erewash residents who have benefitted from a council mission to inject tens of thousands of pounds into the community with a minimum of faff, a new report reveals.
Sawley
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Sawley Councillor becomes first Punjabi Sikh appointed as DCC Vice Civic Chairman
A councillor with connections to Erewash has become the first member of the Sikh community to be appointed to the position of Vice Civic Chairman at Derbyshire County Council.
Stanley
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Derbyshire Police use arrival of the Tour Of Britain to remind people about rules of the road
Derbyshire Police have used the arrival of the Tour of Britain road race in the county to remind both motorists and cyclists of the rules of the road.
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Community grants boost tots and OAPs
Toddlers and pensioners are among Erewash residents who have benefitted from a council mission to inject tens of thousands of pounds into the community with a minimum of faff, a new report reveals.
Stanton
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Residents back a ban on ‘stunt track’ antics
Erewash Borough Council has officially declared war on drivers who meet up to use a town’s main road as a “stunt track” – after enraged residents overwhelmingly backed proposals for an £100 instant fines on them.
West Hallam
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Brave gymnast wins local 'Oscar'
A young woman with a rare condition that has led to her being hospitalised more than 250 times with “life-threatening episodes” has won a top local honour after defying the illness to become an inspirational gymnast.
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Police appeal for help finding relatives of deceased West Hallam man
Derbyshire Police officers are appealing for help from the public to locate immediate relatives of a man who died in West Hallam.
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Derbyshire Police use arrival of the Tour Of Britain to remind people about rules of the road
Derbyshire Police have used the arrival of the Tour of Britain road race in the county to remind both motorists and cyclists of the rules of the road.