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Station News
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Giving Lottery Result for Saturday 12th July 2025
Erewash Sound has teamed up with The Giving Lottery to give you the chance to win up to a jackpot of £25,000 by playing for just as little as £1 per week.
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Local radio diminishes further, but for Erewash?
On June 6th, locally-directed radio disappeared further as a regional radio station put an end to its breakfast show, to be replaced by one single nationwide show for England and Wales instead from 9th June, punctuated only by relevant local news, travel and weather.
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You never know who is listening to you - hiccup...
Once the microphone is switched on, a presenter can lay themselves open to whatever happens in those few moments but one Erewash Sound presenter found that even a late night show isn't off peak enough to prevent him from having an unfortunate moment reported upon by local media.
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Erewash Sound Newsletter for February 2025
Erewash Sound is proud to present our latest radio station newsletter.
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Improvements for the Erewash Sound 103.5 FM transmitter after grant funding success
The broadcast footprint of the 103.5FM transmitter for Erewash Sound has been improved after radio station officials secured crucial grant funding.
Borough Wide
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Heading abroad over summer? East Midlands people urged to protect against common travel-related illnesses
As people in the East Midlands region prepare for the summer getaway, the UK Health Security Agency (UKHSA) is urging travellers to take steps to protect themselves and their families from potentially serious travel-related infections.
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Chamber calls for more supportive policies for businesses as unemployment rises to 5% in the East Midlands
With unemployment among over 16s in the region having risen to 5%, East Midlands Chamber has renewed calls for supportive policies from the government, including amendments to the Employment Rights Bill currently going through the report stage at the House of Lords and assurance that firms are not hit with a greater tax burden at the Autumn Budget.
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Drone shots of cinema site released as bricks reclaimed
Erewash Borough Council officials have released aerial photographs showing how the site of the former Galaxy Row cinema in Long Eaton looks now that demolition work is underway, with around 250,000 bricks set to be reclaimed for future construction projects.
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Road maintenance top priority for £41m investment programme in county roads and transport
Major new maintenance and transport schemes worth up to £41 million to repair the county’s roads, tackle surface water flooding, improve pavements and reduce traffic congestion will be discussed by County Councillors at next week’s Cabinet meeting (24th July).
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Community Speedwatch Day of Action
Community Speedwatch schemes from across the UK have joined together in a coordinated day of action as part of the NPCC’s Operation Spotlight which focuses on tackling the fatal four driving offences.
Borrowash
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Borrowash-based chain of Doctors surgeries set to close its Oakwood site as "no longer fit for purpose"
A GP surgery in Derby is set to close due to it “no longer being fit for purpose” – prompting anger and shock from councillors.
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New defibrillators installed across Erewash
People who fall victim to cardiac arrests have a better chance of survival – thanks to a new network of defibrillators installed across Erewash by the borough council.
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Campaigners against development on open space in Borrowash call for action over ground contaminants
Campaigners opposing development on an area of public open space in Borrowash which is subject to a planning application have been distributing leaflets to local residents referencing that it is 'highly contaminated.'
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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.
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Disused and sold community hall cleared and sealed after fly tipping blight
The site of a former community hall which was put up for sale and subsequently sold has been cleared and sealed after it became blighted by fly-tippers and break-ins.
Breaston
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Celebrations in Breaston as three households share £200k prize
Three next-door neighbours in a quiet Erewash cul-de-sac are planning a ‘big, big street party’ after pocketing a share of a £1m People’s Postcode Lottery prize.
Breadsall
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Golf Club captains aim high for Safe and Sound
The captains of Breadsall Priory Golf Club have chosen Derbyshire’s Safe and Sound as their charity of the year with a programme of fundraising events planned from competitions to social events.
Cotmanhay
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Tributes paid as oldest man dies at age 110
Erewash Borough Council leader James Dawson has led tributes to Britain’s oldest man Donald Rose following the announcement of the Ilkeston war hero’s death at the age of 110 on Friday 11th July 2025.
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Long Eaton Councillor condemns cuts planned by own party
A County Councillor representing Long Eaton South has publicly condemned planned cuts to adult education services by the party she is a member and representative of.
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Community call to demolish derelict Cotmanhay pub
A derelict Derbyshire pub has become a hotbed of anti-social behaviour and crime and residents want it demolished but neither the owner or council will bulldoze it.
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The potential closure of adult training centres across Derbyshire could “strangle communities” and “hamper growth”, it is feared
The potential closure of adult training centres across Derbyshire could “strangle communities” and “hamper growth”, it is feared.
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Erewash councillor mows roundabout
Residents in a part of Erewash have been urged not to mow public spaces after a Reform councillor cut the grass on an overgrown roundabout without permission.
Dale Abbey
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Derbyshire Police use arrival of the Tour Of Britain to remind people about rules of the road
Derbyshire Police have used the arrival of the Tour of Britain road race in the county to remind both motorists and cyclists of the rules of the road.
Ilkeston
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Police act in a bid to curb anti-social behaviour around Ilkeston Town Centre
Officers from the Ilkeston Safer Neighbourhood Team are to execute powers to issue Community Protection Notices under the Anti-Social Behaviour, Crime and Policing 2014 act in a bid to curb anti-social behaviour around the Town Centre.
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Two men charged after an incident in Ilkeston
Two men have been charged with firearms offences following an incident in Ilkeston on Sunday 13th July.
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How over £2.5m has boosted Erewash
The UK Shared Prosperity Fund (UK SPF) 2022-25 has helped Erewash Borough Council support local organisations and fund projects that enhance community wellbeing and build a stronger, safer, and vibrant future for our residents.
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Tributes paid as oldest man dies at age 110
Erewash Borough Council leader James Dawson has led tributes to Britain’s oldest man Donald Rose following the announcement of the Ilkeston war hero’s death at the age of 110 on Friday 11th July 2025.
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Home Secretary’s public safety pledge
The Home Secretary has said an increase in visible police officers will help improve public safety in Derby city centre.
Little Eaton
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City leader calls A38 decision 'divisive' but vows to minimise disruption
The leader of Derby City Council says the decision to construct major A38 upgrades is “divisive” but will do everything she can to minimise disruption.
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A38 campaigners vow to fight on
Campaigners wanting to scrap a major A38 upgrade for Derby have vowed to fight on despite the Government giving it the go-ahead.
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A38 Derby Junctions upgrade given the greenlight supporting over 15,000 new homes
Drivers across the East Midlands are set to see faster journeys, as the A38 Derby Junctions upgrade is given the green light, funding for the A46 Newark Bypass is confirmed, the Government announced recently
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Huge A38 update ‘in due course’
A huge update on whether a major upgrade of the A38 in Derby will happen or not is to be provided “in due course”, the Government has said.
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Borough roads included in dual carriageway maintenance programme list for Derbyshire
The county council’s programme of general housekeeping on the dual carriageways they are responsible for in Derbyshire starts in early July.
Long Eaton
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Drone shots of cinema site released as bricks reclaimed
Erewash Borough Council officials have released aerial photographs showing how the site of the former Galaxy Row cinema in Long Eaton looks now that demolition work is underway, with around 250,000 bricks set to be reclaimed for future construction projects.
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Long Eaton Police Officers execute drugs warrant in Sawley
Police officers from the Long Eaton Safer Neighbourhood Team have conducted a drugs warrant at a property in Sawley.
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How over £2.5m has boosted Erewash
The UK Shared Prosperity Fund (UK SPF) 2022-25 has helped Erewash Borough Council support local organisations and fund projects that enhance community wellbeing and build a stronger, safer, and vibrant future for our residents.
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Long Eaton-based pets charity slams House of Lords renters bill meddling
A spokesperson for local pets charity AdvoCATS has described finds the reasoning of the House of Lords baffling after it voted for two diametrically opposed amendments to the Renters Rights Bill recently.
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Long Eaton Solicitors firm declared 'Carnival Bunting' winners
A Long Eaton-based solicitors firm has been rewarded for its efforts in decorating the company building to mark and take part in recent Carnival festivities.
Morley
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“We Are Not Rubbish”: Art Exhibition challenges perceptions at Erewash Museum
An inspiring and thought-provoking art exhibition opened at Erewash Museum last week, where Derby College Group Pathways and Fine Art students collaborated to create a stunning art exhibition at Erewash Museum, crafted entirely from recycled materials.
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Derbyshire Police use arrival of the Tour Of Britain to remind people about rules of the road
Derbyshire Police have used the arrival of the Tour of Britain road race in the county to remind both motorists and cyclists of the rules of the road.
Ockbrook
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Disused and sold community hall cleared and sealed after fly tipping blight
The site of a former community hall which was put up for sale and subsequently sold has been cleared and sealed after it became blighted by fly-tippers and break-ins.
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Ockbrook and Borrowash Neighbourhood Network calls for a collective 'NO' to proposed pylons
Independent councillors representing Ockbrook and Borrowash have taken to their social media page in a call for residents to give a collective 'NO' message to National Grid proposals for pylons through the two villages.
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Parish Council agrees with a need for clean energy but favours alternative pylon route
A parish council in the borough is leading a petition to gather signatures to support a proposal to counter National Grid plans to run a new pylon route through the borough.
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Erewash Borough Councillor Greg Maskalick 'crosses the floor'
Ockbrook & Borrowash Parish Councillor Greg Maskalick has crossed the political floor from being "one lone Independent" to join Labour at Erewash Borough Council.
Risley
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New funding boost for Derbyshire's dedicated Neighbourhood Watch volunteers
Volunteer crime-fighters across Derbyshire are celebrating new funding grants from Police and Crime Commissioner Nicolle Ndiweni-Roberts in support of their efforts to make their communities safer.
Sandiacre
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Police officers on patrol near Sandiacre stop vehicle and make drugs discovery
Police officers from the Long Eaton Safer Neighbourhood Team on patrol have used systems available on the move to target a vehicle highlighted as being related to drugs activity.
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Ilkestonian in solo charity cycle mission from Lands End to John O'Groats
An Ilkeston man is preparing to embark on a mammoth solo fundraising event, cycling from Lands End to John O'Groats on 11th August 2025 in support of the Derbyshire Children's Holiday Centre in Skegness.
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Sandiacre school rebuild plans
Plans to totally rebuild an outdated Derbyshire secondary school and demolish a leisure centre on the same site are set to be approved.
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Rural charity seeking donations of IT equipment from Derbyshire businesses
Rural Action Derbyshire (RAD) has announced forging a partnership to continue a successful pilot scheme aimed at refurbishing donated IT devices to help those who are digitally excluded.
Sawley
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Long Eaton Police Officers execute drugs warrant in Sawley
Police officers from the Long Eaton Safer Neighbourhood Team have conducted a drugs warrant at a property in Sawley.
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New defibrillators installed across Erewash
People who fall victim to cardiac arrests have a better chance of survival – thanks to a new network of defibrillators installed across Erewash by the borough council.
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Sawley Councillor becomes first Punjabi Sikh appointed as DCC Vice Civic Chairman
A councillor with connections to Erewash has become the first member of the Sikh community to be appointed to the position of Vice Civic Chairman at Derbyshire County Council.
Stanley
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How over £2.5m has boosted Erewash
The UK Shared Prosperity Fund (UK SPF) 2022-25 has helped Erewash Borough Council support local organisations and fund projects that enhance community wellbeing and build a stronger, safer, and vibrant future for our residents.
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Derbyshire Police use arrival of the Tour Of Britain to remind people about rules of the road
Derbyshire Police have used the arrival of the Tour of Britain road race in the county to remind both motorists and cyclists of the rules of the road.
Stanton
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Fears expressed that 'noise' from proposed new Stanton-by-Dale venue will be 'akin to Download Festival'
Potential music events at a planned new Derbyshire village venue will not be akin to AC/DC playing at Download festival, the owner has said in response to noise concerns.
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Residents object to conversion of agricultural buildings into a farm shop, bistro and cafe
Residents in an Erewash village are up in arms over the planned conversion of an agricultural building into a farm shop, bistro and cafe.
West Hallam
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Former West Hallam care home closed due to council cutbacks could be replaced with 20 houses
A former care home in a Derbyshire village which was closed due to council cutbacks could now be demolished and replaced with 20 houses.
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New defibrillators installed across Erewash
People who fall victim to cardiac arrests have a better chance of survival – thanks to a new network of defibrillators installed across Erewash by the borough council.
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Police appeal for help finding relatives of deceased West Hallam man
Derbyshire Police officers are appealing for help from the public to locate immediate relatives of a man who died in West Hallam.
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Derbyshire Police use arrival of the Tour Of Britain to remind people about rules of the road
Derbyshire Police have used the arrival of the Tour of Britain road race in the county to remind both motorists and cyclists of the rules of the road.
