Sawley from Thursday, December 18th, 2025

Scores of struggling Erewash families who faced missing out on treats this Christmas are to get food hampers and toys for their children – thanks to a “Santa” mission that has been backed by a £3,500 grant from the borough council.

Choir sessions to help local people combat dementia have been given a funding boost by Erewash council – in the wake of telly’s Vicky McClure championing the therapy.