South Derbyshire District Council is moving forward with plans for a new leisure centre and headquarters on a former mining site in Swadlincote Derbyshire Council Plans New Leisure Centre and HQ on Swadlincote Mining Site They’re planning to approve the budget soon. The council has been discussing this for a while, mostly behind closed doors.…
Residents rally to protect Ada Belfield care home, a vital community resource facing closure by Derbyshire County Council Ada Belfield: Community Fights to Save Belper Care Home Amid Council Plans Belper: A big crowd gathered to save the Ada Belfield care home. About 250 people rallied against Derbyshire County Council’s plans to close it. This…
A fire at Midland Lead in Swadlincote prompted emergency crews to respond quickly, ensuring safety and containment of the situation. Investigation Underway After Fire Breaks Out at Swadlincote Lead Factory Swadlincote: On Monday afternoon, a fire broke out at Midland Lead. Witnesses saw thick black smoke rising into the sky. Fire crews rushed to the…
Storm Éowyn is on its way, bringing strong winds and potential disruptions to Derbyshire this Friday. Stay safe and be prepared for the worst! Storm Éowyn Set to Hit Derbyshire with Winds Up to 90mph This Friday Derbyshire: Storm Éowyn is coming, and it’s not playing nice. The winds could hit 60-70mph, with gusts reaching…
Derbyshire officials worry that cutting health check-ups may put children at risk Fears Grow Over Derbyshire Mum and Baby Check-Up Cutbacks Endangering Kids Derbyshire: Councillors are really worried about the health check-ups for mothers and babies. They think cutting these services could mean kids in danger might slip through the cracks. The county council is…
Granville Academy in Woodville celebrates its new ‘good’ rating from Ofsted after significant improvements in just two years, making parents proud. Transformational Change at Derbyshire School Earns Ofsted ‘Good’ Rating Woodville: Big changes are happening at Granville Academy. Ofsted just gave it a “good” rating, which is a huge leap from “requires improvement” just two…
A Derby family faced a distressing six-hour wait in A&E for their baby, prompting an apology from hospital trust officials. Hospital Trust Apologises for Family’s 6-Hour A&E Wait in Derby Derby: A family had a tough time at the Royal Derby Hospital. They rushed in with their six-month-old son, Elijah, who was feeling really unwell.…
Exciting news! A public toilet block in Derbyshire will reopen after seven years, addressing local needs and enhancing visitor experience. Toilet Block Near Derbyshire Tourism Hotspot Set to Reopen After Seven Years Matlock: Great news for visitors! A public toilet block near Matlock Bath is finally reopening after being closed for seven long years. It…
Derbyshire Dales District Council plans to change parking fees, facing strong public opposition. Free parking may be replaced with charges in six locations. Major Changes Coming to Six Derbyshire Car Parks Amid Public Outcry Derbyshire: There’s a lot of buzz about parking changes in Derbyshire. The council is thinking about charging for six free car…
Lily Phillips aims to break a wild record, but Bonnie Blue’s claim complicates things Lily Phillips’ Shocking 1000 Men Stunt After Bonnie Blue’s Bold Claim Derbyshire: So, have you heard about Lily Phillips? She’s planning something wild. She wants to have sex with 1000 men in just one day. Crazy, right? But here’s the twist.…