OPINION: Why are we paying so much for staff pensions at Derby City Council?
THE city council is asking citizens to become more involved in the budget process through the so-called Big Conversation Initiative. Could I therefore introduce the opportunity to discuss the one...
View ArticleSEND US YOUR PICTURES: Stormy sky over Sinfin today
This moody picture of a stormy sky over Sinfin was taken by reader Tom Fulep, from Carron Close, this morning.If you have any dramatic weather pictures we'd love to see them. Please send them to...
View ArticleHEALTH STRIKE: Royal Derby Hospital radiographers walk out for four hours in...
RADIOGRAPHERS at the Royal Derby Hospital went on strike yesterday as part of a national dispute with the Government over pay.Ministers have given NHS staff a 1% increase but not for those who get...
View ArticleASBESTOS HOSPITAL: Decision this week on future of Heanor Memorial hit by...
A DECISION is set to be made on the future of the asbestos-hit Heanor Memorial Hospital this week.The hospital has been closed to patients since last year, after the potentially-deadly dust was...
View ArticleROAD SMASH: Two seriously hurt in crash on A52 near Kirk Langley
Two people have been seriously injured in a head-on road smash near Kirk Langley. Police say a female driver and a male passenger were badly hurt in the accident which happened on the A52 at around...
View ArticleDERBY ASSAULT: Detectives release CCTV image of man they wish to speak to
DETECTIVES in Derby have issue CCTV of a man they would like to speak to in connection with an assault.The victim was in an alleyway near to Boutique club in St James Street when he was approached by a...
View ArticleFOUND: Missing teenager Shannon Clifton found safe and well
Shannon Clifton, a teenager who had been missing from Chaddesden since last week, has been found safe and well in Derby.
View ArticleEUROMILLIONS: Tonight you could win a massive £143 million
AFTER Friday's bumper Euromillions jackpot rolled over, a huge £143 million is up for grabs tonight! Are you playing? What would you do with the money if you won? Share your thoughts below - and good...
View ArticleJCB: Digger firm is cutting 150 jobs
Digger manufacturer JCB has announced it is shedding 150 jobs across its UK factories because of a global slump in demand for construction equipment.Redundancies will be made across its factories in...
View ArticleTORNADO: Amazing picture of twister in Burton
THIS spectacular photograph shows a tornado which formed over Burton earlier today. The picture was taken by Adam Wright as he travelled down Derby Road. Did you see the tornado? Send your pictures to...
View ArticleACCORDING TO YOU: Best place to take children during half-term in Derby and...
DO you have a favourite place that you like to take your children during half-term in Derby and Derbyshire? We are asking you to tell us your top place. Let us know either in the comments box, below,...
View ArticleJET2: New aircraft for East Midlands Airport
AIRLINE Jet2 has acquired a new aircraft for East Midlands Airport meaning it will be able to carry 750,000 extra passengers this summer.The extra capacity means that it will be operating more than 150...
View ArticleA52 CRASH: Road reopens after head-on smash near Kirk Langley
THE A52 has reopened following a crash near Kirk Langley. Police say a female driver and a male passenger were badly hurt in the accident which happened on the A52 at around 10.10am between Kirk...
View ArticleSHOPLIFTING RISE: Police commissioner Alan Charles asks to meet major...
DERBYSHIRE'S Police and Crime Commissioner has urged retailers to take a more proactive role in combating shoplifting following reports of a rise.Alan Charles said the number of shoplifting offences in...
View ArticleCAUGHT RED-HANDED: Christian Young stole biscuits from church - then handed...
A BURGLAR who stole audio equipment from a church was captured on CCTV sharing out biscuits he had also taken. Christian Young stole the equipment and biscuits from New Life Christian Centre in Belper...
View ArticleA52 SMASH: Five stable in hospital following collision near Kirk Langley
FIVE people injured in a head-on collision between Derby and Ashbourne remain in hospital. Police said four of those injured in the smash on the A52 between Kirk Langley and Brailsford are at the...
View ArticleASDA: Supermarket recalls bottles of Prosecco
Asda has recalled bottles of Prosecco because of a risk of them shattering.The supermarket giant has recalled five lot codes of Prosecco Spumante Extra Dry 75cl, which has a yellow label. The product...
View ArticleEAST MIDLANDS GATEWAY: Residents vow to block huge rail hub near Castle...
RESIDENTS who will be affected by plans to build a massive rail freight interchange near Castle Donington have vowed to do all they can to convince government planning inspectors that the scheme should...
View ArticleDERBY COUNTY: Do you think Rams will finish season at the top of the...
IT is official - Derby County are at the top of their division. For the first time in three years, the Rams lead the Championship after a 1-0 win over Blackpool saw them a point clear from...
View ArticleCHAMPIONSHIP NEWS: Forest linked with move for Villa winger
ASTON Villa winger Jack Grealish could be a target for Nottingham Forest Reds boss Stuart Pearce is thought to be keen to bring him back to the city after the wide man had a successful loan spell at...
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