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Erewash Voluntary Action Volunteer of the Year 2026 - Pete Pheasant receives his award (Credit: Martin Sykes)

Volunteer of the Year 2026 – Erewash Voluntary Action

Pete Pheasant is used to writing stories about other people winning awards but recently, he became a recipient of an award himself. The retired journalist has been named volunteer of the Year by Erewash Voluntary Action. In addition to his role as joint editor of Erewash Valley Talking News, Pete, age 71, makes weekly shopping trips for two people who are unable to carry heavy items and visits an elderly war veteran to give him a couple of hours’ company. […]

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Thermal road repairs are a new technique being rolled out for town centre and residential streets in Derbyshire (Credit: DCC)

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New improvements to boost Derbyshire’s pothole repair service

Derbyshire County Council is stepping up efforts to tackle potholes across the county, with new treatments, techniques and equipment designed to improve the speed, quality and durability of repairs. The move is part of the county council’s continued investment into Derbyshire’s highways, as part of its £70 million Capital Programme, to continuously improve the way roads are maintained, whilst offering longevity and value for money. As part of this, the council is exploring the use of a JCB Pothole Pro […]

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Mark Amos' posted image of the ever-popular 'Hole In The Wall' (Credit: Facebook Banana For Scale)

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London man vows to visit ‘must visit’ Erewash attraction

A London man has vowed to visit what is described as a 'must visit' attraction on a trip to visit the Erewash area. Mark Amos took to social media to detail his plans having seen the 'little tourist highlight' he said had been the subject of a review by a 'fellow dullster', mentioning that the ever popular Nat West Bank 'Hole In The Wall' on Bath Street in Ilkeston 'may be the town's answer to the mysteries of the universe, […]

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Gardener Steve picks up a Silver Merit at BBC Gardeners World Live 2026

Erewash Sound presenter Steve Walton, aka 'Gardener Steve' has picked up an award for a long-planned border installed at BBC Gardeners World Live 2026. Steve, who presents a Sunday night show featuring a mix of music, gardening themed chat, interviews, what's on and advice, has been busy over the past week getting things ready for the event held at Birmingham NEC over the weekend of Friday 19th to Sunday 21st June, having been working on an idea he has had […]

19 June 2026 11

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Derby College Group apprentices complete landmark programme at Chester Zoo

Derby College Group has expressed collective delight in celebrating the graduation of its latest cohort of apprentices at Chester Zoo, following two years of immersive, industry-focused learning. The achievement marks a significant milestone for the college's land-based provision and underlines the transformative power of apprenticeships in growing the next generation of skilled animal care professionals. The programme, now in its second cohort across four years of partnership with Chester Zoo, has produced outstanding results. 78% of apprentices achieved a Distinction […]

18 June 2026 13

Christ Church Methodist Church in Derby Road, Long Eaton. Image from Google.

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Erewash church gets a new lease of life

An historic Derbyshire church is eyeing a new future to preserve the “shabby but sacred” building and bring more people inside. The 150-year-old Christ Church Methodist Church in Derby Road, Long Eaton, a prominent building on the town’s main thoroughfare, is set for a new lease of life. Christ Church, home to the official Long Eaton town clock, is looking to divide the existing worship space into separate community facilities, alongside the sale of the neighbouring Sunday school. This will […]

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The proposed site of 150 homes in Bostocks Lane, Risley. Image from Google.

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Borough Council set to spend £1.5m on 7,000-home master-plan

A Derbyshire council is due to spend more than £1.5 million replacing a “deeply flawed” 7,000-home masterplan. In January, the Labour-run Erewash Borough Council opted to scrap its future housing plan, mandated to meet Government targets, after an ultimatum from an inspector. This had followed seven years of work through two political administrations, a blocked attempt at scrapping it, the addition of thousands more homes and months of limbo. The council must legally have or be working towards a housing […]

18 June 2026 12

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Local support group brings comfort and connection to families facing MND

Local families affected by Motor Neurone Disease (MND) are finding vital support, connection and comfort at Mollie;s – a dedicated group based in Risley. The group welcomes anyone affected by MND, including patients, families and carers, and offers a blend of peer support, professional guidance and a safe space to chat. It is led by specialists, including a local MND Nurse, an Occupational Therapist and a Community Support Coordinator from the MND Association. Rachel Pitzettu, the Coordinator who runs the […]

17 June 2026 15

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Walking month record as 583 put best feet forward

Erewash Walking Month 2026 is being hailed as a huge success by the borough council after record numbers of local people took part. The authority’s Community Health and Wellbeing Development Officer Rachel Scott, who helped organise May’s programme of 36 free guided walks and events, saluted all those who got behind the initiative. She said in a message to walk leaders and their clubs: “Huge thanks to you all for your help and support.” Other organisations that backed the drive […]

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Volunteer of the Year 2026 – Erewash Voluntary Action

New improvements to boost Derbyshire’s pothole repair service

London man vows to visit ‘must visit’ Erewash attraction

Gardener Steve picks up a Silver Merit at BBC Gardeners World Live 2026

Derby College Group apprentices complete landmark programme at Chester Zoo

Erewash church gets a new lease of life

Borough Council set to spend £1.5m on 7,000-home master-plan

Local support group brings comfort and connection to families facing MND

Walking month record as 583 put best feet forward

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