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Award-winning Ilkeston actor reflects on impressive career at exclusive event

One of the most recognisable faces to have appeared on British television in recent years shared insights into a career spanning more than five decades during an intimate event in Derby. Ilkeston-born Robert Lindsay, celebrated for roles in television classics including  My Family, Citizen Smith, G.B.H and, more recently, Channel 5 drama Missed Call, reflected on the highs and challenges of a life in the arts that has seen him win a BAFTA, a Tony Award, and three Olivier Awards […]

28 April 2026 12

Derby

DCG hosts celebration of voluntary sector as organisations step forward for prestigious King’s Award

Derby College Group has expressed its collective pride after hosting the annual King’s Award for Voluntary Service event, bringing together over 120 representatives from charities and community groups to celebrate the strength of Derbyshire’s voluntary sector and support organisations putting themselves forward for national recognition. The Lord Lieutenant of Derbyshire was delighted to welcome the High Sheriff of Derbyshire, the Chair of Derbyshire County Council, the Mayor of the City of Derby and the Dean of Derby. Partners in attendance […]

28 April 2026 15

Ilkeston

CCTV released as part of appeal into arson attack

Derbyshire Police officials have released CCTV of a man wanted for questioning in relation to an arson attack in Ilkeston. A man walked past a property in Quarry Hill Road at about 8:00pm on Sunday 19th April, stopped, pulled a lighter out of his pocket and set fire to a tarpaulin before leaving the scene. The fire caused minimal damage to a drainpipe. The man is described as being aged in his 20s or 30s with a ponytail hair style […]

23 April 2026 13

Borough Wide

New train timetables go live from Sunday 17th May

Northern which runs regional rail services including through Ilkeston Railway Station, has issued a reminder to rail travellers about changes to timetables next month. The update to timetables in May forms part of the national timetable change, which takes place each May and December. Most of Northern's services will see no change in May, with some targeted adjustments taking place to help with punctuality and reflecting feedback from customers. In the North East, more customers will be able to travel […]

21 April 2026 16

Borough Wide

Erewash to receive new fire engines as part of plans to protect communities and strengthen heavy rescue response

Erewash Fire Stations are to see the arrival of new fire engines, part of a roll out of nine county wide, following major investment by Derbyshire Fire & Rescue Service (DFRS) to enhance emergency response and support firefighters in protecting local communities. The new fleet comprises six Scania fire appliances and three Enhanced Rescue Appliances (ERAs), all fitted with the latest technology to support modern firefighting and designed in line with University of Lancashire (UCLan) clean cab principles to support […]

21 April 2026 16

Derbyshire

Northern appoints DFTO executive as new Chief Operating Officer

Northern, which runs regional rail services including those through Ilkeston Railway Station, has appointed Warrick Dent as its new Chief Operating Officer. Warrick is currently Group Operations and Performance Director at Department for Transport Operator (DFTO), and is set to join the train operator in May. He will succeed Matt Rice, the current Chief Operating Officer, who is set to move on to a new challenge outside of the rail sector. Prior to his role at DFTO, Warrick was Safety […]

20 April 2026 13

Derby

Derby College Group achieves national Matrix Accreditation for Excellence in student support

Derby College Group (DCG) officials have expressed their pride after the organisation successfully achieved the nationally recognised Matrix Standard accreditation, following a comprehensive external assessment conducted in March 2026. The Matrix Standard is the international quality benchmark for organisations delivering information, advice and guidance (IAG) services. This achievement recognises DCG’s continued commitment to providing high-quality, student-centred support that empowers individuals to make informed decisions about their education, careers and future. The assessment, carried out by The Growth Company on behalf […]

16 April 2026 6

Derby

Celebrating excellence: Derby College Group recognises inspirational educators

Derby College Group is proud to celebrate the exceptional talent, dedication and innovation of its teaching staff at the Teacher, Trainer and Assessor Awards, recently held at The Roundhouse. The awards recognise outstanding educators who go above and beyond to inspire learners, raise aspirations and deliver excellence across further education. Spanning a wide range of curriculum areas, including Health and Social Care, English, Animal Care, Floristry, Built Environment and Adult Learning, the awards shine a spotlight on the transformative power […]

15 April 2026 20

Borough Wide

Funding success will improve three Derbyshire libraries, two in Erewash

Three Derbyshire libraries, two in Erewash, are to benefit from a £440,000 funding boost announced on 14th April 2026. Derbyshire County Council has welcomed the funding which will be spent on reinvigorating and enhancing its libraries in Alfreton, Ilkeston and Long Eaton. The county council’s libraries service successfully bid for the money from Arts Council England’s “Libraries Improvement Fund”, which comes under the government’s Arts Everywhere Fund, as part of a competitive process. The announcement was made by the Department for […]

14 April 2026 35

Ilkeston

Award-winning Ilkeston actor reflects on impressive career at exclusive event

DCG hosts celebration of voluntary sector as organisations step forward for prestigious King’s Award

CCTV released as part of appeal into arson attack

New train timetables go live from Sunday 17th May

Erewash to receive new fire engines as part of plans to protect communities and strengthen heavy rescue response

Northern appoints DFTO executive as new Chief Operating Officer

Derby College Group achieves national Matrix Accreditation for Excellence in student support

Celebrating excellence: Derby College Group recognises inspirational educators

Funding success will improve three Derbyshire libraries, two in Erewash

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