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Families and carers help shape the future of support across Derbyshire

Parents and carers from across Derbyshire have helped shape the future of support for children, young people and families through a series of Families First Partnership (FFP) parental engagement sessions held across the county. Between June and July, seven engagement sessions took place, both in person and online, covering areas which included Long Eaton. To ensure as many families and carers as possible could take part, the programme offered a range of ways to get involved. Alongside the face-to-face sessions, […]

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Sandiacre man prosecuted for his part in reckless driving incident

A Sandiacre man has been banned from driving for his part in an incident in which he followed another driver who was described as "a serious collision waiting to happen." 28 year old Reese Edwards of Bostocks Lane, Sandiacre, was driving behind 25 year old Tommy-John Mustafa as part of actions which were filmed via smart glasses. A court heard that Mustafa regularly used the glasses to record himself recklessly driving his highly modified Toyota GT86 in the months prior […]

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Mayor Claire working to protect bus services following bus operator closure

The Mayor of the East Midlands is working with partners and bus operators following the closure of CT4N, which has affected several bus services across Nottingham, Nottinghamshire and Derbyshire, including parts of Erewash. The closure of CT4N is sad news for the region, resulting in job losses and uncertainty for employees and their families. It has also understandably caused concern for passengers who rely on these services to get to work, school, appointments and other essential destinations. As the Local […]

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Twins, Lucy and Chloe Knights - collecting their results in 2025 (Credit: DCG)

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Derby College Group celebrates excellent A-level, T-level and BTEC results

From 8:00am on 13th August 2026, hundreds of Derby College Group (DCG) students collected their A Level, T Level and BTEC results, marking a major milestone in their academic journeys and opening the door to exciting next steps in university, apprenticeships and employment. A statement from Derby College Group said: "This year's achievements are a testament to the determination, talent and hard work of students and staff alike, with standout successes across all qualifications. "Derby College Group is one of […]

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Rams’ charitable arm reaffirms community commitment at strategy launch

Derby County Community Trust – the charitable arm of Derby County – has launched a new long-term strategy, which reaffirms its commitment to empowering communities across Derby and Derbyshire. Recently unveiled at a Marketing Derby Bondholder event held at Pride Park Stadium, the ‘Not Just Football’ 2026-2031 Strategy sets out a bold vision for next five years. It shows how the trust’s work goes far beyond the football pitch. Through sport, physical activity, health and education, it has a vision, […]

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Commemorating International Bomber Command Day

Erewash Borough Council’s Armed Forces Champion paid tribute to service men and women by laying a special wreath on International Bomber Command Day. Councillor Kate Fennelly presented the wreath made by children from Hallam Fields Junior School at a service in Lincoln on Thursday 23rd July. This year marks the sixth International Bomber Command Day, honouring the extraordinary achievements and sacrifices of the men and women who served during Bomber Command’s 32 years of operation. It also marks the 90th […]

12 August 2026 14

Deputy Mayor Linda cuts ribbon at £160k play mecca (Credit: EBC)

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£2m for new playgrounds to help get kids active

A record sum of almost £2million is to be spent by Erewash council on creating new playgrounds to get children more active. The borough’s leader Cllr James Dawson said the authority’s biggest ever investment in play areas will see the construction of 12 exciting fun zones where tired existing playgrounds have been identified as needing entirely new equipment. A 13th – in Sawley – will get its safety surfacing replaced along with new fencing. Cllr Dawson declared: “Happy and healthy […]

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Erewash MP Adam Thompson (Credit: Adam Thompson/LDRS)

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MP expresses delight as PM Andy Burnham choses Ilkeston for his first stop on a UK tour

Erewash MP Adam Thompson was delighted to welcome Prime Minister Andy Burnham to Ilkeston on Tuesday 11th August as the first stop on his tour of the country, where he met with local residents, businesses and community groups to discuss the future of Britain’s high streets. The visit follows the Government’s latest announcement to give local communities a greater say over what happens on their high streets and provided an opportunity to showcase the excellent work already being undertaken by […]

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New PM Andy’s surprise visit wows Erewash town

Newly installed Prime Minster Andy Burnham stunned Erewash townsfolk as he launched a “listening” tour of the UK – and made Ilkeston his surprise first stop. Early morning shoppers did a double take as the new PM and Angela Rayner – his Housing Secretary – strolled through the Albion Centre and headed up Bath Street. A mum of two who had a chat with him said: “I couldn’t believe I got to shake the Prime Minister’s hand.” Crowds gathered outside […]

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Families and carers help shape the future of support across Derbyshire

Sandiacre man prosecuted for his part in reckless driving incident

Mayor Claire working to protect bus services following bus operator closure

Derby College Group celebrates excellent A-level, T-level and BTEC results

Rams’ charitable arm reaffirms community commitment at strategy launch

Commemorating International Bomber Command Day

£2m for new playgrounds to help get kids active

MP expresses delight as PM Andy Burnham choses Ilkeston for his first stop on a UK tour

New PM Andy’s surprise visit wows Erewash town

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