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As people in the East Midlands region prepare for the summer getaway, the UK Health Security Agency (UKHSA) is urging travellers to take steps to protect themselves and their families from potentially serious travel-related infections.

With unemployment among over 16s in the region having risen to 5%, East Midlands Chamber has renewed calls for supportive policies from the government, including amendments to the Employment Rights Bill currently going through the report stage at the House of Lords and assurance that firms are not hit with a greater tax burden at the Autumn Budget.

Erewash Borough Council officials have released aerial photographs showing how the site of the former Galaxy Row cinema in Long Eaton looks now that demolition work is underway, with around 250,000 bricks set to be reclaimed for future construction projects.

Major new maintenance and transport schemes worth up to £41 million to repair the county’s roads, tackle surface water flooding, improve pavements and reduce traffic congestion will be discussed by County Councillors at next week’s Cabinet meeting (24th July).

Community Speedwatch schemes from across the UK have joined together in a coordinated day of action as part of the NPCC’s Operation Spotlight which focuses on tackling the fatal four driving offences.

Derby City Lab is celebrating three years of engaging, informing and inspiring the public about the city’s exciting regeneration story.

The 17th of July marks World Emoji Day, an unofficial holiday that celebrates all things emojis. Whilst emojis can be a fun and effective way to communicate, there can often be hidden meanings behind the colourful images, a concept brought into the public eye by this year’s smash Netflix hit ‘Adolescence’.

Police officers from the Long Eaton Safer Neighbourhood Team on patrol have used systems available on the move to target a vehicle highlighted as being related to drugs activity.

Police officers from the Long Eaton Safer Neighbourhood Team have conducted a drugs warrant at a property in Sawley.

Officers from the Ilkeston Safer Neighbourhood Team are to execute powers to issue Community Protection Notices under the Anti-Social Behaviour, Crime and Policing 2014 act in a bid to curb anti-social behaviour around the Town Centre.

Hundreds of B negative donors in the East Midlands are being called on to donate as the NHS warns that supplies of this rare blood type are at risk of running low.

After inflation soared to 3.6% in June and amid fragile confidence from the region’s businesses evident in its most recent Quarterly Economic Surveys, East Midlands Chamber has said plans outlined in the Chancellor’s Mansion House speech may do little to boost gro

Derbyshire County Council has voted by a majority to agree in principle to opt for a new two-layer authority with a north and south split under Government reorganisation plans for Local Government arguing the importance of being ‘at the table’ to influence the process.

Financially-troubled Derbyshire County Council’s Cabinet Member for Efficiency has told how the authority is ‘not out of the storm’ and it is ‘battening down the hatches’ and it has got to be careful not to ‘sink’ as he presented the authority’s final budget report for the 2024-25 financial year.

Complaints about Education and Children’s services are still dominating the Local Government and Social Care Ombudsman’s casework in the East Midlands according to its annual review of local government complaints.

Mayor of the East Midlands Claire Ward is urging Marketing Derby Bondholders to share their views on how billions of pounds of government cash should be spent in the region.

Potential music events at a planned new Derbyshire village venue will not be akin to AC/DC playing at Download festival, the owner has said in response to noise concerns.

The East Midlands Chamber has reinforced calls for parts of the Employment Rights Bill to be reconsidered after UK-wide research revealed significant concerns from businesses across a number of areas, such as the speed at which the Bill is travelling through Parliament and the impact of policies on tax, employment and regulation seen as a ‘barrier to growth’.

Erewash Borough Council is set to approve an extra £2 million into public services and the long-term future of the borough through the Erewash Investment Fund.

A number of Marketing Derby Bondholders have been working with the police to make Derby city centre a safer and more vibrant place to be.

Two men have been charged with firearms offences following an incident in Ilkeston on Sunday 13th July.

The UK Shared Prosperity Fund (UK SPF) 2022-25 has helped Erewash Borough Council support local organisations and fund projects that enhance community wellbeing and build a stronger, safer, and vibrant future for our residents.

A spokesperson for local pets charity AdvoCATS has described finds the reasoning of the House of Lords baffling after it voted for two diametrically opposed amendments to the Renters Rights Bill recently.

Drivers across the UK will soon enjoy discounts on dozens of new electric car models after the Transport Secretary announced a £650 million grant scheme worth up to £3,750 per car, putting more money back in working people’s pockets as part of the Plan for Change and making owning an electric car a reality for thousands.

Working parents of babies and pre-school children are being encouraged to apply now for up to 30 hours of funded childcare from this September.

A former care home in a Derbyshire village which was closed due to council cutbacks could now be demolished and replaced with 20 houses.

Artists of all ages, who can help Northern celebrate two centuries of railway history and promote tourist destinations in the North of England, are being encouraged to enter a new competition.

Residents in an Erewash village are up in arms over the planned conversion of an agricultural building into a farm shop, bistro and cafe.

Erewash Borough Council leader James Dawson has led tributes to Britain’s oldest man Donald Rose following the announcement of the Ilkeston war hero’s death at the age of 110 on Friday 11th July 2025.

Drivers across England are set to benefit after the Government announced a £63 million investment package to supercharge Britain's electric vehicle infrastructure, driving down charging costs and putting money back in the pockets of working people as part of the Plan for Change.

A former Lord Lieutenant and an ex-Premier League footballer are among those to receive an Honorary Degree from the University of Derby later this month.

Volunteer crime-fighters across Derbyshire are celebrating new funding grants from Police and Crime Commissioner Nicolle Ndiweni-Roberts in support of their efforts to make their communities safer.

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Derbyshire Fire & Rescue Service (DFRS) has published a document celebrating the Service’s key achievements and data from the last financial year.

GP practices in Derby and Derbyshire have been praised for making improvements to patient satisfaction with their services.

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Derbyshire Fire & Rescue Service (DFRS) is reissuing a call for people to act sensibly and stay safe during heatwaves.

A spokesperson for a Derby charity has warned that the organisation faces closure within six months due to funding issues.

A new government programme putting more officers back into neighbourhood policing and boosting their visibility is well underway across Derbyshire.

The East Midlands Chamber has ‘broadly welcomed’ measures likely to be included in the government’s Small Business Strategy but called for small and micro-sized firms to be exempt from expected changes to reporting obligations.

A Long Eaton-based solicitors firm has been rewarded for its efforts in decorating the company building to mark and take part in recent Carnival festivities.

The leader of Derby City Council says the decision to construct major A38 upgrades is “divisive” but will do everything she can to minimise disruption.

Campaigners wanting to scrap a major A38 upgrade for Derby have vowed to fight on despite the Government giving it the go-ahead.

Cash-strapped Derbyshire County Council’s efficiency chief has told how the authority’s final report for the 2024-25 financial year is ‘generally favourable’ but the council is ‘not out of the woods’ after two difficult years and there is still a lot of work to be done.

The Home Secretary has said an increase in visible police officers will help improve public safety in Derby city centre.

Errors from a Derby doctor are being reviewed to establish whether they may have played a part in the deaths of 101 patients, with dozens more possibly having suffered health issues.

The risk posed to the future of the East Midlands’ only World Heritage Site is now firmly in the headlights of national Government – a year after its threatened status became reality.

Derbyshire County Council’s new Reform administration has been urged to agree in principle to opt for a new two-layer unitary authority with a north and south split under Government reorganisation plans for Local Government.

Police and Crime Commissioner Nicolle Ndiweni-Roberts is urging people to be open and honest about their experiences of the criminal justice system to help her work with Criminal Justice partners to drive improvements.

Drivers across the East Midlands are set to see faster journeys, as the A38 Derby Junctions upgrade is given the green light, funding for the A46 Newark Bypass is confirmed, the Government announced recently

A charity has described an exciting new partnership with East Midlands Airport as "a total game changer" for the organisation and the veterans it supports.

Young creatives from Derby and Derbyshire were given a unique opportunity to explore the award-winning gardens of the historic Chatsworth Estate, thanks to a nationwide initiative hosted by the University of Derby.

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.

Preliminary works are set to start on the second phase of Derby’s multi-million-pound flood defence scheme.

A raid on a Long Eaton property resulted in the the discovery of a cannabis grow.

Police officers from the Long Eaton safer Neighbourhood Team have attended a safety and welfare event at Sawley Junior School to talk to parents and students about the importance of road safety.

Derbyshire is getting significantly more money to help repair potholes and some larger road projects but it now faces the reality of its lack of ability and capacity to carry out the work.

Derbyshire’s district and borough councils are continuing with their bid to establish a two-layer unitary authority with a north and south split under reorganisation plans for Local Government as residents are soon to be invited to air their own views for consideration.

Derbyshire County Council has released details of the county’s Local Area SEND partnership’s plans to improve services for children and youngsters with special educational needs or disabilities with better communication after a critical Ofsted report.

A Derbyshire councillor claims Reform only wanted the “electoral victory” of winning Derbyshire County Council but not the “prize” of running it, having cancelled five meetings.

Reform UK are to back a two-council north/south Derbyshire local government reshuffle in a step away from their Conservative predecessors and national leader Nigel Farage.

Vandalised and neglected bus shelters are to undergo repairs across Erewash as the borough council launches a huge mission to get them back up to scratch.

Erewash Borough Council’s 12th and newest nature reserve has been officially declared open by the Mayor – who was filmed by a BBC TV news crew as he cut the ribbon.

The University of Derby was crowned a double winner in two categories of a national award that recognises successful individuals and initiatives aimed at widening access to higher education.

A part of Derbyshire could be split in two in new plans to reorganise local government in the county and city – but its leader says that would be “a bridge too far”.

Rolls-Royce is reflecting on a highly successful Paris Air Show at which it secured a glut of new orders for engines it makes in Derby.

A new report has revealed how children’s reading habits are evolving across the UK and Ireland. Drawing on data from over 1.2 million pupils, the 2025 What Kids Are Reading report from Renaissance, published recently, shows that five years on from the disruption of lockdown, young readers are engaging with more challenging books—and understanding them better.

A dedicated web portal has been set up for anyone who has information to share with us in relation to the murder of Luke Elliott-Shircore.

Police officers are appealing for witnesses after a sexual assault in Ilkeston at the weekend.

The trust running hospitals in Derby and Burton generated £12.4 million in parking revenue over the last four years – with the sum recorded as one of the highest in the country, that is according to the Local Democracy Reporting Service.

Police and Crime Commissioner Nicolle Ndiweni-Roberts has secured a £1m boost from the Government to combat anti-social behaviour in ‘hotspots' across the county.

Ninja swords will be illegal to own from 1st August – and throughout July there will be a national amnesty.

Derbyshire Constabulary has seized a further 33 e-scooters during the month of May as part of an ongoing crackdown on illegal use across the county.

People seeking weight-loss medication on the NHS are being warned it is not yet available in Derbyshire and only a very select group of patients will eventually be eligible.

A recent shock government-backed amendment to the Renters Rights Bill – to withdraw any provision for a landlord to require pet damage insurance – has been denounced as “ill-thought out” and “a betrayal of tenants and pets” by leading Long Eaton-based pets in lets campaign group AdvoCATS.

East Midlands Chamber has cautiously welcomed measures announced in the government’s Trade Strategy, which seeks to ease barriers for businesses that export overseas.

New figures released by the UK Health Security Agency (UKHSA) show a significant and sustained increase in the number of pregnant women coming forward for the whooping cough vaccine in the Midlands.

Steel producers, consumers, and unions will shape the UK's future trade approach for steel, as Ministers seek robust long-term protections for the industry.

Commuters will soon be able to work seamlessly and stay connected with loved ones as the Transport Secretary lands a landmark deal to eliminate mobile blackspots on Britain's busiest rail routes.

A County Councillor representing Long Eaton South has publicly condemned planned cuts to adult education services by the party she is a member and representative of.

More than £100,000 is being made available by Erewash Borough Council to help create jobs across the borough – by encouraging local firms to innovate.

A Derbyshire pub has been connected to 63 incidents of crime and disorder. Its closure following the death of a 19-year-old coincided with its licence being suspended – but it was claimed that it shut its doors “out of respect” for the victim.

Businesses across Derby and Derbyshire are being encouraged to put themselves forward for one of the UK’s highest honours, The King’s Awards for Enterprise, as a University of Derby alumnus shares the transformative impact the prestigious recognition had on him.

Have you got what it takes to help Derbyshire children stay safe as they walk to school?

A derelict Derbyshire pub has become a hotbed of anti-social behaviour and crime and residents want it demolished but neither the owner or council will bulldoze it.

Hundreds of thousands of households across Derby and Derbyshire may benefit from lower council tax payments in the future.

Derbyshire County Council is to extend its popular b_line card, which offers single bus fares for £1.50, to those aged from 19 up until their 22nd birthday.

An Ilkeston man is preparing to embark on a mammoth solo fundraising event, cycling from Lands End to John O'Groats on 11th August 2025 in support of the Derbyshire Children's Holiday Centre in Skegness.

Police and Crime Commissioner Nicolle Ndiweni-Roberts and Chief Constable Rachel Swann have praised officers and staff dealing with an unprecedented number of murder investigations in the county.

Most of us will experience a hospital stay at some point in our lives, either personally or supporting a loved one. Whilst hospitals are there to care for us when we need it the most, it's what happens when we're discharged from hospital that can shape how well we recover.

The potential closure of adult training centres across Derbyshire could “strangle communities” and “hamper growth”, it is feared.

Residents in a part of Erewash have been urged not to mow public spaces after a Reform councillor cut the grass on an overgrown roundabout without permission.

The next generation of pilots and engineers will benefit from new £750,000 funding to inspire them, support them into jobs and breakdown barriers to the sector.

A survey of ground nesting birds on around 3,000 acres of moorland in north Northumberland has shown dramatic declines of iconic threatened species 10 years after predation management ceased as part of a controlled experiment spanning two decades.

Investment outlined in the government’s Infrastructure Strategy has been welcomed by East Midlands Chamber, but plans should not neglect any part of the region and must be carefully costed to prevent businesses facing additional costs, the Chamber has warned.

Royal Derby Hospital officials have confirmed that patients cannot record or take photos of their surgeries or treatments without asking for permission first, as professionals raise privacy and safety concerns.

A huge update on whether a major upgrade of the A38 in Derby will happen or not is to be provided “in due course”, the Government has said.

The county council’s programme of general housekeeping on the dual carriageways they are responsible for in Derbyshire starts in early July.

England’s public water supply could be short by 5 billion litres a day by 2055 without urgent action to futureproof resources, the Environment Agency has warned.

A scheme that has helped pay for the frontages of new shops opening in Erewash is being expanded – as the borough council continues to smarten up local high streets.

Plans to totally rebuild an outdated Derbyshire secondary school and demolish a leisure centre on the same site are set to be approved.

Officials working for CrossCountry have warned rail passengers to expect short-notice cancellations on its services from Monday 9th June 2025 until Saturday 25th October 2025 due to planned industrial action by the National Union of Rail, Maritime and Transport Workers (RMT).

On June 6th, locally-directed radio disappeared further as a regional radio station put an end to its breakfast show, to be replaced by one single nationwide show for England and Wales instead from 9th June, punctuated only by relevant local news, travel and weather.

A GP surgery in Derby is set to close due to it “no longer being fit for purpose” – prompting anger and shock from councillors.

Derbyshire councils are set to hold elections appointing hundreds of councillors for just one year to oversee their own authority’s deletion.

From Friday 6th June, one thousand passengers across the East Midlands will have a chance to volunteer to take part in a new digital ticketing trial.

Train operator Northern, which runs services through Ilkeston Railway Station as well as more regionally, has launched a new service to provide information and guidance for anyone who needs a helping hand when travelling by train.

New data from the UK Health Security Agency (UKHSA) shows there were 375 cases of syphilis diagnosed in the East Midlands in 2024. This was a slight increase compared to 2023, where 372 cases of syphilis were reported.

While the arrival of summer heralds holidays in the sun for many, it can pose an annual dilemma for owners of the nation’s favourite pet; what shall we do with the family cat?

Trading standards officers at Derbyshire County Council are backing a campaign by Friends Against Scams to target scam mail.

A Derbyshire council has gathered more than £960,000 in fines for parents whose children have missed school with penalties tripling and dozens taken to court.

The new Mayor of Erewash, Harry Atkinson, kicked off the demolition of a notorious eyesore in the borough – by grabbing a sledgehammer himself as crews set to work on a derelict cinema.

Reform has scrapped Derbyshire’s committee on climate change, biodiversity and carbon reduction, with fears this will directly impact flood prevention.

A showcase Erewash Borough Council project to turn a complex of historic stables into a smart new hub for businesses is almost complete – with firms already able to check out the office and studio spaces on line.

Police and Crime Commissioner Nicolle Ndiweni-Roberts has launched a new poster campaign raising awareness of a method of calling 999 that allows people to get help without having to talk.

Work being done to tackle stalking in Derbyshire is being highlighted as part of a national awareness week.

The captains of Breadsall Priory Golf Club have chosen Derbyshire’s Safe and Sound as their charity of the year with a programme of fundraising events planned from competitions to social events.

An inspiring and thought-provoking art exhibition opened at Erewash Museum last week, where Derby College Group Pathways and Fine Art students collaborated to create a stunning art exhibition at Erewash Museum, crafted entirely from recycled materials.

An historic Derbyshire fair stretching back more than 700 years is set to be extended to become a five-day event, according to information from the Local Democracy Reporting Service.

Passengers across England will enjoy greener, smoother and quieter bus journeys thanks to a £37.8 million Government investment to propel forward green transport, with 319 new zero emission buses.

Residents can recycle both aluminium and plastic beverage pods at Derbyshire County Council’s household waste recycling centres.

Derbyshire County Council is extending its discounted bus travel scheme, which offers an up to 20% discount on commuter bus tickets, to 31st December 2025.

Police officers in Erewash have issued a series of reminders after seeing an increase in the amount of parking issues in the borough, particularly around schools and crossings, and have urged motorists to park in safe and legal manner.

Regional charity Groundwork Five Counties has expanded its free Green Doctor energy and money-saving service to include electrical safety advice. Around half of all domestic fires in the UK are caused by electricity, with most of those arising from electrical products.

Funding of £2.7m has been awarded to Derbyshire County Council by Active Travel England to transform the former Little Eaton branch railway line into a greenway - a traffic free pathway for walking, wheeling, cycling and horse riding.

A tour behind the scenes of the Elvaston Castle estate reveals the sheer scale of repairs and “TLC” that will be required by whoever chooses to buy it.

Derbyshire County Council and Derby City Council have teamed up to help their residents to quit smoking.

A poll has revealed that 63% of people in the East Midlands believe the law of intestacy should be changed to offer legal protections for unmarried couples without a Will - now public support for change could soon translate into action.

Three major waste management firms have been selected to progress to the next stage of the procurement process to appoint a contractor to fix and operate Sinfin waste treatment centre in Derby.

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Tributes are being paid to a former Ilkeston Town goalkeeper who has died at the age of 93.

Campaigners opposing development on an area of public open space in Borrowash which is subject to a planning application have been distributing leaflets to local residents referencing that it is 'highly contaminated.'

The broadcast footprint of the 103.5FM transmitter for Erewash Sound has been improved after radio station officials secured crucial grant funding.

A Burton-on-Trent based wildlife sanctuary and rescue centre has issued a plea to those coming into contact with wild deer.

New proposals have been released, for homes on an area of public green open space that has been used for decades in Borrowash.

A new online booklet has been unveiled in Derbyshire to help survivors of sexual violence find help and support quickly.

The founder and CEO of a national charity is to take on the ultimate endurance challenge in 2025 - running over 500km in appropriate fancy dress to raise awareness of and funds for testicular cancer, the most common cancer in young men.

Just a matter of days after NatWest announced plans to close its Market Place, Long Eaton branch at the end of May 2025, local residents have been confronted with another bank announcing plans to close a branch - also in the Market Place - in the town.

Erewash MP Adam Thompson has taken to social media in response to reports made elsewhere on line that Erewash could switch to become part of Nottinghamshire as part of a council shake-up.

Trading standards officers at Derbyshire County Council are informing people who keep poultry or other birds that they must follow enhanced biosecurity measures to protect their flocks from bird flu.

Northern, which runs rail services through Ilkeston Railway Station, is warning sly vapers they may be told to leave the train if they are caught.

Officers from Ilkeston Safer Neighbourhood Policing Team have asked vehicle owners to be vigilant after becoming aware of several vehicle thefts which have occurred in the area.

The trading standards team at Derbyshire County Council is urging bird keepers to take steps to combat the spread of bird flu, as cases have been dealt with in other parts of the country.

Members of National Grid Electricity Distribution teams in Derbyshire have dedicated their time and efforts to volunteer with The Conservation Volunteers (TCV), making a positive impact on local green spaces, environmental conservation and community engagement.

A prosthetic leg, a hamster without a cage and a wig are just some of the things customers have left behind on Northern services.

The people of Ilkeston and surrounding areas are continuing to respond following the death of Noah Smedley.

Northern, which runs services through Ilkeston Railway Station, has warned new e-scooter and hoverboard owners that both devices are not allowed on-board its trains or at its managed stations.

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.

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.

A new campaign is underway to raise awareness of the illegality of e-scooters as part of a tough new enforcement drive.

A brand new artificial turf pitch that meets FIFA standards for all-weather footie has been officially unveiled in Erewash – in a huge £450,000 council boost for sport in borough.

Data published recently by the UK Health Security Agency (UKHSA) show reported TB notifications in England increased by 11% in 2023 compared to the previous year.

Women are being urged to come forward for cervical screening as new figures show more than five million are not up to date with their routine check-ups.

MPs have voted in favour of a bill that would allow terminally ill people to end their own lives, although support was not unanimous in Erewash.

A Sheffield based non-profit making environmental consultancy is working on a scheme with Natural England to create wildlife ponds for the benefit of great crested newts - creatures which are often talked about when developers are looking to build new homes.

The centres are provided for people living in Derbyshire to dispose of their waste and the registration scheme is being introduced to make sure those using the sites are entitled to do so.

The latest government road casualty statistics show that, in 2023, 1,695 people died on UK roads (1,624 in Britain, 71 in Northern Ireland) A further 28,967 were seriously injured (28,087 in Britain, 880 in Northern Ireland).

Erewash Sound, which is run on a non-profit making basis, has been granted permission to continue broadcasting on FM until 2030.

The achievements and work of two Erewash Sound members have been recognised at an annual radio industry awards event.

Further help is available from Derbyshire County Council and the UK Government for some of the most rural parts of the county in accessing high speed broadband.

Police and Crime Commissioner Nicolle Ndiweni-Roberts has presented her blueprint for protecting the public and building safer and more inclusive communities over the next four years.

With Bonfire Night just around the corner, Derbyshire Police have issued a reminder on how people can stay safe and adhere to the law.

Erewash Labour has expressed being 'thrilled' that food stalls will now be permitted to operate year-round on Ilkeston Market Place, a decision, it said reflects the vibrant community spirit and economic growth of the town.

The future of a local bus service is secure again thanks to Derbyshire County Council, after the current operator said it was due to cease trading.

Millions of people will enjoy better bus services as the Government invests over £1 billion to protect vital bus routes and cap bus fares, particularly in rural communities and towns where there is a heavy reliance on buses.

The oldest World War Two veteran in the UK will be honoured on his 110th birthday by adorning the side of a canal with poppies.

Derbyshire Police officers are appealing for help from the public to locate immediate relatives of a man who died in West Hallam.

Fake QR codes used by scammers have been spotted on pay and display machines in Derbyshire, prompting a warning to motorists not to fall for the fake payment method.

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.

A borough councillor has taken to social media to update Borrowash residents on the future of land known locally as 'Harrington Green'.

People who are experiencing a mental health crisis are being urged to use services that are in place to support them.

A local school pupil is taking to local radio as part of a school project.

A target by Derbyshire County Council to support the planting of a million trees across the county by 2030 keeps getting closer.

The latest Director of Public Health Annual Report, published by Derbyshire County Council, focuses on the work being carried out across the county to go further and faster in reducing the harms caused by smoking, to save lives and create a smoke free future for the next generation.

Two shoplifters recently identified via Police social media posts have been arrested and charged for their crimes.

Former BBC Radio Derby presenter Sally Pepper is joining forces with Erewash Sound to add her new podcast, ‘Truly, Madly, Derby’ to the station’s weekly schedule. Sally’s aim of this hour-long programme is to put Derby and Derbyshire on the map.

The Chief Executive of Healthwatch Derbyshire has expressed concern about the state of community pharmacies across the county.

Local authorities across the D2N2 region have expressed pride at the launch of a pioneering and award-winning programme led by The Fostering Network, which transforms the delivery of foster care.

An urgent safety alert aimed at parents and carers has been issued to warn of the risks that water beads can pose to children and vulnerable people.

Nearly 700 Derbyshire businesses have already benefited from free support to improve their energy efficiencies and growth, thanks to a project being promoted by The East Midlands Chamber.

Changes are being introduced at the Ilkeston Household Waste Recycling Centre, starting with a change to opening hours.

Derbyshire County Council is urging residents to beware of a parking charge scam currently doing the rounds.

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Derbyshire Police have issued a warning to owners of cars with keyless technology of the development of devices which criminals can exploit.

An elderly Derbyshire man narrowly avoided being scammed out of thousands of pounds thanks to the help of a police officer.

Northern, which runs services through Ilkeston Railway Station, has revealed that passengers seeking to use its on-board WiFi to access dating apps and websites will find themselves unable to do so.

A borough council war on pollution across Erewash means residents are now able to get real time info on the quality of the very air they breathe.

Erewash residents are being warned to beware of a new phone text scam targeting car owners over council parking fines.

As Summer draws to a close, Erewash Borough Council is advising residents and business owners who have previously been affected by autumn and winter flooding to check that they are properly insured – and have a personal emergency plan ready in case the worst happens.

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.

Long Eaton Police Officers have taken to social media to issue a reminder as to how e-scooters can and cannot be used.

The next Simone Biles could come from Erewash – as the borough council backs a mission to find Olympic gymnasts of the future.

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Ilkeston Police have shared a short video highlighting the tactics used by fraudsters about how residents can protect themselves after receiving reports of an impersonation scam carried out in the town.

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.

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.

A determined 21-year-old from Derbyshire who is battling cancer has pledged to create a sanctuary for cancer-stricken teens in one of the Midlands’ most popular beauty spots.

Owners of 'zombie style' knives and machetes are being given a chance to hand them in ahead of changes to the Criminal Justice Act 1988 which will make it illegal to possess them.

Ockbrook & Borrowash Parish Councillor Greg Maskalick has crossed the political floor from being "one lone Independent" to join Labour at Erewash Borough Council.

Budding DIY residents of Erewash who need a bit of paint or maybe a whole tin, or who have unused paint taking up space in garages or sheds are being invited to take advantage of a new service introduced by Derbyshire County Council.

A local fundraiser has completed a sky dive which has smashed a target to get enough money for a wheelchair for her nephew.

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A Derbyshire based female choir has debuted a new vocal arrangement and launched a music video online to raise awareness of domestic abuse.

Police officers investigating a series of distraction thefts at cash machines are appealing for further potential victims to come forward.

A vintage BBC computer rescued at one of Derbyshire County Council’s Household Waste Recycling Centres has become a star of the show at the National Videogame Museum in Sheffield.