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Station News
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Giving Lottery Result for Saturday 3rd May 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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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.
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Ilkeston churches smash fundraising target after supporting NSPCC's 'Walk The Night' on 21st December
Churches in and around Ilkeston have collaborated in support of a national children's charity campaign with your local radio station acting as the starting point.
Borough Wide
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Oldest hero, 110, gets Freedom of Borough
Erewash Borough Council is to salute war hero Donald Rose – who is the UK’s oldest man – by granting the 110-year-old the Freedom of the Borough.
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HGV traffic investigation starts for Spondon
Traffic investigations are taking place at a Derby suburb following calls to limit heavy goods vehicles (HGVs) passing the area.
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Reform bankruptcy claim
A new Reform UK Derbyshire county councillor has claimed the authority is “six months from bankruptcy” and that the party has “inherited an empire of dirt”.
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Derbyshire Reform Leadership to be confirmed
The new Reform Leader of Derbyshire County Council will be confirmed next week and formally take their post in two weeks' time.
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Chamber reacts to US UK trade deal announcement
A spokesperson for the East Midlands Chamber has given a reaction after President Trump revealed details of a trade deal between the US and UK.
Borrowash
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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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Borrowash GP expansion plans
A Derbyshire GP surgery wants to expand into a neighbouring house to cater for a “significant” influx in new patients from approved housing developments.
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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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Oldest hero, 110, gets Freedom of Borough
Erewash Borough Council is to salute war hero Donald Rose – who is the UK’s oldest man – by granting the 110-year-old the Freedom of the Borough.
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Oldest barber shaves oldest man Donald, 110
The oldest man in Britain – 110-year-old Erewash war hero Donald Rose – will be looking his best for the 80th anniversary of VE Day, courtesy of the world’s oldest barber.
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By-election results (May 1st)
While Reform UK’s turquoise tsunami swept into control of Derbyshire County Council, other elections held in the county on the same day told a different story.
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Erewash Sound licenced to continue FM broadcasting until 2030
Erewash Sound, which is run on a non-profit making basis, has been granted permission to continue broadcasting on FM until 2030.
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Newly elected Erewash and Mid-Derbyshire MPs co-sign letter against care home closure plans
Both MPs elected to seats covering the Erewash borough in the July 4th General Election have, along with a number of other Derbyshire MPs, co-signed a letter to the County Council Leader to protest and appeal against plans to close care homes and day centres.
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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Oldest hero, 110, gets Freedom of Borough
Erewash Borough Council is to salute war hero Donald Rose – who is the UK’s oldest man – by granting the 110-year-old the Freedom of the Borough.
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Reform bankruptcy claim
A new Reform UK Derbyshire county councillor has claimed the authority is “six months from bankruptcy” and that the party has “inherited an empire of dirt”.
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Plans for pub to shop conversion approved
A former Derbyshire pub will finally now be converted into a shop and flats despite congestion and road safety concerns.
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Borough council planners unanimously rejected bedsit plans for former Ilkeston pub building
Councillors have unanimously rejected plans to turn a series of historic pub buildings in a Derbyshire town centre into a 19-bed house in multiple occupation.
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Who’d have thought it? Time traveller’s local link
A Doctor Who legend who was a VIP guest as Erewash Museum staged a sci-fi day dedicated to the Time Lord has close ties to the borough, it has been revealed.
Draycott
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Long Eaton Police assist Trading Standards after reports of illegal tobacco and vapes sales in Draycott
Officers from the Long Eaton Safer Neighbourhood Policing Team have assisted Derbyshire Trading Standards in operation at a local shop in Draycott which was reported to be selling illegal tobacco and vaping products.
Kirk Hallam
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By-election results (May 1st)
While Reform UK’s turquoise tsunami swept into control of Derbyshire County Council, other elections held in the county on the same day told a different story.
Little Eaton
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Disused rail line to be transformed into a Greenway
Funding of £2.7m has been awarded to Derbyshire County Council by Active Travel England to transform the former Little Eaton branch railway line into a greenway - a traffic free pathway for walking, wheeling, cycling and horse riding.
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Research shows support for upgrades at Derby traffic hotspots including Little Eaton
Research by Midlands Connect shows eight out of 10 people recognise upgrades to the A38 Derby junctions would help the local economy.
Long Eaton
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The 'Under The Bridge' project plan sponsored walk from Cromford/Langley Mill to Trent Lock
Members of the Under The Bridge project are taking part in a 24-mile sponsored walk from Cromford in the Peak District to Trent Lock in Sawley on Saturday 17th May.
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Long Eaton Police assist Trading Standards after reports of illegal tobacco and vapes sales in Draycott
Officers from the Long Eaton Safer Neighbourhood Policing Team have assisted Derbyshire Trading Standards in operation at a local shop in Draycott which was reported to be selling illegal tobacco and vaping products.
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By-election results (May 1st)
While Reform UK’s turquoise tsunami swept into control of Derbyshire County Council, other elections held in the county on the same day told a different story.
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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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Car park and local footpaths resurfaced
Shoppers using one of Erewash’s busiest car parks are benefiting from a major programme of resurfacing work by the borough council.
Morley
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Derby College Group celebrates Silver success At AoC National Finals
Derby College Group’s (DCG) Derby Trailblazers Girls Basketball Academy are celebrating a magnificent achievement after claiming the silver medal at the prestigious Association of Colleges (AoC) National Finals, held at the University of Nottingham.
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DCG's Carpentry and Joinery apprentices celebrate double success at prestigious competition
Derby College Group (DCG) is celebrating after its Carpentry and Joinery apprentices secured top honours at the annual Merlane Trophy competition, hosted this year at West Nottinghamshire College. The event, organised by the Institute of Carpenters, brought together talented apprentices from colleges across the region, including Sheffield, Lincoln, Newark, North Notts, and West Notts.
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Derby College Group students take a step towards their future at annual ‘Get Hired’ event
Derby College Group welcomed students and employers to the Roundhouse today for its much-anticipated Get Hired event, a vibrant careers and employment showcase designed to connect young people with businesses and organisations offering career advice, job opportunities, and apprenticeships.
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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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Strengthening connections: DCG's training on behaviour and trauma-informed approaches
Derby College Group (DCG) has recently delivered a series of impactful training sessions for teachers and staff, focused on The Power of Connection and understanding behaviour as a form of communication.
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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County Councillor updates Ockbrook residents over work to repair pot hole and crater covered local road
A county councillor has taken to social media to apologise to residents of Ockbrook about the ever decreasing condition of a major and busy road through the village.
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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.
Sandiacre
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Pictures of stolen jewellery released following burglary at Sandiacre home
A number of pictures have been released showing stolen jewellery as part of an appeal for information following a burglary at a home in Sandiacre.
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Police officers respond to cash machine fraud in Long Eaton and surrounding areas
Police officers in Long Eaton have issued guidance after incidents of cash machine fraud in Long Eaton and the surrounding areas.
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Cordon put into place in Sandiacre after ammunition is found
Police officers from the Local Safer Neighbourhood Team were called to the Elm Avenue area of Sandiacre over the Easter weekend following reports that an amount of ammunition had been found.
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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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The 'Under The Bridge' project plan sponsored walk from Cromford/Langley Mill to Trent Lock
Members of the Under The Bridge project are taking part in a 24-mile sponsored walk from Cromford in the Peak District to Trent Lock in Sawley on Saturday 17th May.
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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 officers respond to cash machine fraud in Long Eaton and surrounding areas
Police officers in Long Eaton have issued guidance after incidents of cash machine fraud in Long Eaton and the surrounding areas.
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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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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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By-election results (May 1st)
While Reform UK’s turquoise tsunami swept into control of Derbyshire County Council, other elections held in the county on the same day told a different story.
West Hallam
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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.
