Borough Wide News
11/10/2021: As many as four fire crews including those from both borough stations were called to an Ilkeston pet-shop late on Saturday afternoon.
08/10/2021: Those eligible in the East Midlands for the free flu vaccine and COVID-19 booster jab are being urged to book their appointments as soon as possible as a new film campaign aims to help people give themselves and their loved ones the best possible protection this winter.
07/10/2021: Matinee is an invitation to people living with dementia (and their carers) to get involved in something free, creative and inspiring from the safety and comfort of their own home.
07/10/2021: After picking up a number of business and radio industry awards over the last five years, Erewash Sound has been declared as 'Local Radio Station of the Year 2021 (Derbyshire)' in the Media Innovator Awards 2021 with the radio station having been selected for consideration by Corporate Vision Magazine back in July.
05/10/2021: The Derbyshire Home from Hospital Service provides practical support for vulnerable people leaving hospital, or those living at home but at risk of being admitted. The service is provided by a combination of staff and volunteers and is free of charge.
05/10/2021: A care home garden in Ilkeston is to undergo a renovation project thanks to the Prince’s Trust Team from the Warwickshire College Group in Ilkeston, with the aim to give back to the community as part of their course.
05/10/2021: People in the East Midlands are urged to find “what works for me” to support their mental wellbeing as the Office for Health Improvement and Disparities (OHID) launches the latest Better Health – Every Mind Matters (EMM) campaign.
05/10/2021: Hundreds more young people in the East Midlands could be given a chance to gain vital work experience after the Government extended the Kickstart Scheme by three months, says one of the country’s top delivery partners.
04/10/2021: Derbyshire Police and Crime Commissioner Angelique Foster has welcomed news of a £550k cash injection to improve safety for women and girls in the county.
30/09/2021: Figures showing the recorded prevalence of 20 conditions1 including asthma, hypertension, dementia, diabetes, and depression have been published by NHS Digital.