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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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
A husband-and-wife-run local butchers has gone from strength to strength, with business improving so much that they have moved from temporary set ups in markets and local venue car parks to the opening of a new shop. MJ Meats was set up as a mobile business by Mark Jacques in 2024, going on to take up temporary pitches for short periods of time at various locations across the borough. In between, it has gained a 5-star rating based on user […]
After an eight-day action-packed Easter visit to Belgium, the 2nd Ilkeston (United Reformed) Scouts returned home with full notebooks, and stories they’ll be telling for years. The trip blended outdoor challenge, cultural exploration, and international friendship, giving the group a chance to grow in confidence, independence, and teamwork. The Scouts spent much of their time exploring Belgium’s Wallonian forest and making friends with local Scout groups. Their day trips to the cities of Brussels and Antwerp as well as a […]
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