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

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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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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A picture of a blue E-type Jaguar, with the owner being presented a prize from Erewash Sound presenters

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Thousands of visitors to Ilkeston Heritage and Classic Vehicle Show

First launched in 2013, Ilkeston Heritage and Classic Vehicle Show has over 10 years of experience in putting on a fantastic day for all the family. On Sunday 9th August, the 2026 show welcomed visitors old and new to the town centre for its 12th year running. Crowds of vehicle enthusiasts and families packed into Ilkeston Marketplace in their droves to enjoy the amazing cars and free entertainment under a glorious blue sky. More than 300 vehicles were on display, […]

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Community Notices

Support for Derbyshire students getting A-level and GCSE results

Thousands of students across Derbyshire are preparing to receive their A-level and GCSE results. Post 16 results will be announced on Thursday 13th August and GCSE results a week later on Thursday 20th August. Derbyshire County Council Cabinet Member for SEND and Education Councillor Simon Mabbott said: “I’d like to wish all our students who will soon be receiving their post 16 or GCSE results the very best of luck. “I’d also like to say a huge thank you to headteachers […]

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Man charged in connection with Ilkeston robberies

A man has been charged in connection with two robberies in Ilkeston. Ashton Dellamonica has been charged with robbery in connection with incidents in Millership Way on 1st August and Monks Close on 11th July. He has also been charged with possession of a bladed article and possession of cannabis. The 34-year-old, of no fixed address, appeared at Nottingham Magistrates’ Court on 8th August where the case was adjourned and he was remanded in custody. He is next due to […]

10 August 2026 3

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Appeal for information launched following road rage incident in Ilkeston

Police officers in Erewash are appealing for information following a road rage incident in Ilkeston in which a man was assaulted. A black BMW and a white Range Rover were involved in a collision in Chalons Way at about 5:50pm on Saturday 1st August. Witnesses described how a man driving the BMW then got out of the vehicle and assaulted a man driving the Range Rover. The victim, a man aged in his 50s, was taken to hospital to be […]

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Four charged over kidnap of man in Ilkeston

Four people have been charged with the kidnap of a man in Ilkeston. Officers made a number of arrests in relation to an incident in which a man aged in his 20s was taken away against his will in Bridge Street on Thursday 30 July. The victim was safely located. The four men who have since been charged with kidnap and assault ABH are Kien Rigley, 23, of Barlborough Road, Ilkeston, Kainan Wilson, 21, of Market Street, Ironville, Zabed Miah, […]

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Ilkeston

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

£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

Thousands of visitors to Ilkeston Heritage and Classic Vehicle Show

Support for Derbyshire students getting A-level and GCSE results

Man charged in connection with Ilkeston robberies

Appeal for information launched following road rage incident in Ilkeston

Four charged over kidnap of man in Ilkeston

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