Category : Local

Derby leader calls A38 decision 'divisive' but vows to minimise disruption

'We understand both sides of this challenge,' says the city's Labour leader Nadine Peatfield

Illegal vapes found and two shops closed in police crackdown

A further two premises were closed after items worth 'tens of thousands of pounds' were seized

Exact date new bin rules in England start with every household given four containers

The changes are due to begin next year

£11m historic hall and theatre revamp has 12 changes approved

The scheme includes the refurbishment of the Grade 2 listed Stephenson Memorial Hall including the theatre, museum and art gallery

Derbyshire predator who made sick request to 13-year-old girl on Snapchat is jailed

The incident came to light when the girl told her mum about the messages

'Thrilling' attraction returning to Derby city centre for summer holidays

The affordable day out will be in the city from when the kids break up this month

New mural honouring ex-Rams manager coming to Derby

It is part of a fan group's initiative to create a series of visual displays

Investigation Held Over 'Suspected Brothel' On Derby Street

Residents have been shocked by the news and say they have seen police visit on several occasions

Campaigners against Derby A38 expansion vow to fight on despite go-ahead

They say the Government is funding 'a polluting, destructive and pointless road scheme'

Derbyshire Police cordon off Lidl car park after report man was robbed by 2 women

The supermarket car park was cordoned off for a number of hours

Body Found In Search For Missing Derbyshire Man

There are not believed to be any suspicious circumstances

Authority Considers Banning Barbecues And Open Fires In Peak District Spots

This comes after numerous moorland fires were reported across the Peak District this year

Hiker Dies After Tragic Fall From Popular Peak District Viewing Point

A ten-hour mission was launched to retrieve the body

Visitors to Darley Abbey Mills dwindle as 3-year bridge closure continues - but council cannot confirm when road will reopen

'We have managed to stay afloat for the last three years, but this situation can't go on forever'

Huge A38 Derby upgrades get go-ahead after years of uncertainty, says Government

It aims to improve journey times but details over the costs and how long it will take are not yet known