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Trading Standards warn people to beware of romance fraud this February

Trading standards officers at Derbyshire County Council are urging people to beware of romance scams as we approach Valentine’s Day.

11 February 2025 1

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New record for digital tickets on Northern train services

The number of customers using digital tickets on Northern trains has hit a monthly high - at over 70% (71.45%) of all journeys between 5 January and 1 February. On its highest single day, the number was almost 80% (79.5%).

11 February 2025 3

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Controversial proposals for housing on Borrowash green space released

New proposals have been released, for homes on an area of public green open space that has been used for decades in Borrowash.

10 February 2025 98

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Little Eaton drug driver jailed for causing the death of an 'adored' grandfather

A Little Eaton man has been jailed and handed a lengthy driving ban after causing the death of an adored grandfather whose widow has issued a warning about the dangers of driving under the influence.

10 February 2025 5

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East Midlands business confidence assessed in research

Performance in sales and orders, challenges in hiring staff and anticipated profit are among insight to be reported by the region’s businesses as East Midlands Chamber opens its first Quarterly Economic Survey of 2025.

10 February 2025 7

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CCTV image released after September fight in Long Eaton

Long Eaton Police Officers have released a CCTV image of two men they would like to speak with about a fight in the town.

10 February 2025 28

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Wildlife Sanctuary and Rescue Centre issues plea after increased call-outs to deer at the roadside

A Burton-on-Trent based wildlife sanctuary and rescue centre has issued a plea to those coming into contact with wild deer.

10 February 2025 8

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New nature reserve gets 1,500 trees

A new nature reserve is fast taking shape on the edge of an Erewash town – as the borough council revealed February will see the last of 1,536 trees and shrubs planted in time for Spring.

7 February 2025 3

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AI, skills and sustainability addressed by East Midlands businesses

Guest speakers, panel discussions and networking sessions brought the region’s firms together at Love Business Expo 2025 on 6th February at Holywell Conference Centre in Loughborough.

6 February 2025 5

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