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Police appeal after stabbing incident at an Ilkeston house

Detectives investigating the stabbing of a man at a house in Ilkeston have issued an appeal for footage recorded around the time it happened. A 35-year-old man was assaulted inside a property in Drummond Road, at about 6:40pm on Saturday 20th June. He was taken to hospital to be treated for his injuries, which were not believed to be life-threatening or life-changing. Officers investigating the incident arrested two men, aged 45 and 37, who have since been bailed pending further […]

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Alice Roberts BBC natural History Presenter (second from left), with part of the team which won a silver medal for the Artist’s Garden - Ian Foster, Paul Derbyshire, Julie Spindler and Denise Rice (the designer).

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Silver medal glory for Derby College Group students at BBC Gardeners’ World Live

Horticulture students from Derby College Group (DCG) have scooped a Silver Medal at one of the UK's most prestigious horticultural events, BBC Gardeners' World Live at the NEC Birmingham, with their stunning show garden, 'The Artist's Garden'. The garden was designed and built entirely by students on the college's adult part-time Level 3 Horticulture Practical Skills course, based at DCG's Broomfield Hall site in Morley, Ilkeston. The project was constructed by the entire student group over a three-week period, under […]

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Young talent shines as LEOS Youth Group celebrates multiple NODA wins and Derby Eagle Award nominations

LEOS Youth Group is celebrating success after scooping multiple awards and nominations at the prestigious National Operatic and Dramatic Association (NODA) Awards and securing further recognition at the forthcoming Derby Eagle Awards. The award-winning group, which has been nurturing young performers since 2011, received three awards and two nominations at the NODA East Midlands District 1 Awards. Their acclaimed production of Les Misérables School Edition was named Best Youth Production. Cast members Bella Syson and Findlay Parker both won Outstanding […]

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The closed cycleroute which connects the Nutbrook Trail to the Erewash Canal. Image from Eddie Bisknell. F

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Major Erewash commuter route closed for a year in a planning breach described as ‘unacceptable’

A major commuter route for a number of Derbyshire towns and villages has been closed for a year in an ‘unacceptable’ planning breach. For many people in Shipley, Cotmanhay, Ilkeston, Kirk Hallam, Ilkeston, Sandiacre, Stapleford and Long Eaton, the Nutbrook Trail and Erewash Canal cycle routes are key commuter lifelines – away from the roads. However, for a year, a key connection in need of an upgrade is the very link between the Nutbrook Trail and the Erewash Canal, through […]

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£100,000 of CrossCountry community funds now open for applications (until 17th July 2026)

Long-distance train operator CrossCountry has announced that its annual Customer and Communities Improvement Fund, and its Biodiversity Improvement Projects fund, are now open for applications. The two funds are being launched to support local projects that encourage sustainable growth and create a positive impact for local communities across the CrossCountry network. A total of £100,000 has been made available for 2026 to support community projects that deliver clear and measurable social and environmental benefits. The fund consists of £60,000 for […]

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Transport Secretary makes a statement on train collision at Elstow near Bedford

In the wake of the East Midlands Railway train crash in Bedfordshire, the Transport Secretary has made a statement in Parliament. With permission, Madam Deputy Speaker, I would like to make a statement on the tragic collision between two passenger trains on Friday 19th June. I realise honourable members will be aware of some of the details, but today I’d like to set out the facts as we know them so far. At approximately 17.15 on Friday evening, two East […]

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

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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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Police appeal after stabbing incident at an Ilkeston house

Silver medal glory for Derby College Group students at BBC Gardeners’ World Live

Young talent shines as LEOS Youth Group celebrates multiple NODA wins and Derby Eagle Award nominations

Major Erewash commuter route closed for a year in a planning breach described as ‘unacceptable’

£100,000 of CrossCountry community funds now open for applications (until 17th July 2026)

Transport Secretary makes a statement on train collision at Elstow near Bedford

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

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