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A38 closures to last more than a month between Barton and Toyota...

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More than a month of overnight delays are due on the A38 as work takes place to resurface the road and repair street lights that have not worked since last year. Highways England, which will carry out the work, says closures will begin on Monday, February 13, and take place at points between the Toyota Island at Burnaston and Alrewas. Work will only take place between 8pm and 6am so as to reduce traffic issues, avoiding rush-hours, but will often involve complete closures with diversions in...

A38 closures to last more than a month between Barton and Toyota...


​Cleaner spared jail after stealing from 87-year-old dementia...

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A 45-year-old Derbyshire cleaner who stole thousands from an 87-year-old widow so that she could buy a horse for her two children, has walked free from court. Shelley Taylor, of Ashley Lane, Killamarsh, was given a six-month prison sentence, suspended for 12 months, after stealing £4,000 from the dementia sufferer in her own home. Chesterfield Magistrates' Court was told how Taylor wanted the money to help pay for a horse. The OAP's son Peter Garratt, 59, said: "She should be...

​Cleaner spared jail after stealing from 87-year-old dementia...

Pupils from Short Street Infant School danced their way to...

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Pupils from Short Street Infant School were preparing for a trip to Germany in August 1989. These mini morris dancers and country belles hoped to fight off European competition and head to the top. The group from the school was off to Germany to represent Burton in the annual Lingen Folk Festival. To help raise money for the trip, the children held various fund-raising activities in the town including dancing displays in the shopping precinct. Lingen, in the Emsland district of Germany, is...

Pupils from Short Street Infant School danced their way to...

Christmas Day criminal damage man is latest to appear in South...

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A man caught drink-driving and another who damaged a picture frame on Christmas Day are among the latest people to have their cases dealt with at Southern Derbyshire Magistrates' Court: Restraining order A man has admitted breaching a restraining order. Phillip Doughty, 61, of Woods Lane, Burton, indicated a plea of guilty to breaching a restraining order by visiting the home address of a woman in Burton, and sending her letters and delivering cards and gifts between October 1, 2015, and...

Christmas Day criminal damage man is latest to appear in South...

Find out what were the top 10 most complained about ads in 2016

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From twerking businessmen, to blindfolded men mistaking a cat for a football, some of the most memorable ads of the past year have appeared in a list of the top 10 most complained about ads of 2016. The Advertising Standards Authority (ASA) has revealed the ten most complained-about commercials of the year. The organisation took no further action over any of the adverts, as none were deemed to have crossed the line between bad taste and offence. Price comparison website MoneySuperMarket.com...

Find out what were the top 10 most complained about ads in 2016

Nottingham Forest fan banned for Derby County match trouble

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A football fan has been banned from attending matches for four years after causing trouble during Derby County's 3-0 victory over Nottingham Forest in December. Forest fan Liam Evans was arrested after Derby County's win at Pride Park on December 11. The 25-year-old was charged with using "threatening, abusive, or insulting words or behaviour or disorderly behaviour which would cause harassment, alarm or distress". He pleaded guilty to the charge when he appeared at Southern...

Nottingham Forest fan banned for Derby County match trouble

Chance for happy couples to find out more about getting married...

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Couples looking for ideas for their dream day are being invited to a special preview evening. The Waterfront, based at Barton Marina, will be showcasing its Crow's Nest Suite in a bid to help people plan a magical wedding day. It will be open for viewing from 6pm to 9pm on Wednesday, February 22, and the suite includes a dance floor, bar and a balcony. Events manager Michelle Lees said: "Many people have an idea of what their dream wedding will include, but actually seeing what is...

Chance for happy couples to find out more about getting married...

St John Ambulance turned Stapenhill man's life around when he was...

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By the age of 10 Michael McHardy had begun to get himself into trouble and spent his evenings wandering the streets. Just two years later, in a spectacular turnaround, he had qualified as a first aider and saved the life of an elderly man who was hit by a car. Now, at 41, Michael lives in Stapenhill, and is the leader of the Burton branch of St John Ambulance. He has transformed the centre in just one year from a tiny team of four to a group of 14 adults and 18 cadets. In fact, Michael...

St John Ambulance turned Stapenhill man's life around when he was...


​Actor Sir John Hurt, who grew up in Woodville, has died aged 77

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Veteran actor Sir John Hurt, has died at the age of 77, after a battle with pancreatic cancer. The Bafta-winning and Oscar-nominated star, who was well-known for his roles in Alien and The Elephant Man, grew up in Woodville, when his father, a clergyman, became the vicar of St Stephen's Church. He remained there until 1952. The talented actor starred in more than 150 films, was nominated for two Oscars and won four BAFTAs. He was also a patron of Derby's Quad arts centre and was awarded an...

​Actor Sir John Hurt, who grew up in Woodville, has died aged 77

Watch: Great British Bake Off star Andrew Smyth cooks for Pingle...

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Pupils at a South Derbyshire school got a cooking masterclass from TV's Great British Bake Off finalist Andrew Smyth. Pingle Schoo,l in Coronation Street, Swadlincote, welcomed the Rolls-Royce engineer as part of the Waste Less, Save More initiative to cut down on food waste. Andrew came second in this year's BBC Bake Off show, which features star judges Mary Berry and Paul Hollywood. The Waste Less initiative, run by supermarket Sainsbury's, aims to teach people how to save money by reducing...

Watch: Great British Bake Off star Andrew Smyth cooks for Pingle...

Valentine's Day is not far away but do you know the origins of...

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Valentine's Day, or St Valentine's Day to some, or even The Feast of St Valentine, is celebrated on February 14 when couples aim to show their loved ones how romantic they are. And, this year, it falls on a Tuesday. It's the popular day when people show their affection for one another by sending cards, flowers or chocolates with messages of love. The shops are already filled with cards, balloons, hearts-shaped gifts and chocolates.And traditionally on Valentine's Day in a leap year - which...

Valentine's Day is not far away but do you know the origins of...

Tributes pour in from all over the world for actor Sir John Hurt,...

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Fans of legendary actor Sir John Hurt have paid tribute to the star, who grew up in Woodville, after his death following a battle with pancreatic cancer. The BAFTA-winning and Oscar-nominated star, who was well known for his roles in Alien and The Elephant Man, grew up in Woodville, when his father, a clergyman, became the vicar of St Stephen's Church. He remained there until 1952. The talented actor starred in more than 150 films, including Harry Potter and the Philosopher's Stone, was...

Tributes pour in from all over the world for actor Sir John Hurt,...

​People urged to have their say on future of Burton's A&E...

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A health ambassador has urged people to take advantage of patient groups to share their concerns and ask questions about a far reaching plan, which is set to shape the future of healthcare in Burton. John Anderson, who lives in the town, is an ambassador for patient group Healthwatch, and said proposals to downgrade either Burton Queen's Hospital, Royal Stoke or the County Hospital in Stafford into an urgent care centre will affect all Burton residents, even if Burton's accident and emergency...

​People urged to have their say on future of Burton's A&E...

Watch: Walton-on-Trent schoolchildren's delight after meeting...

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Pupils at a South Derbyshire school got a shock when they came face-to-face with a 'reading dog'. Walton-on-Trent Primary and Nursery School in Coton Road, welcomed Danny, a five-year-old greyhound, to try to encourage children to read. Danny, along with his owner Tony Nevett, 57, are part of the Bark and Read Foundation, which was set up to support and promote dogs being used in schools as reading volunteers to tackle literacy problems in the UK. Danny and Mr Nevett walked into the school's...

Watch: Walton-on-Trent schoolchildren's delight after meeting...

WATCH: Margaret looks to retirement as she celebrates 50 years at...

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An accounts clerk who has dedicated 50 years to a Branston company, working through the move from paper to computers and even the miners' strikes, is preparing to enjoy coffee and cake with friends as she logged off for the last time as she reited. Margaret Chinnery, of Renshaw Drive, Newhall, is now making the most of her retirement after five decades working at Marley Eternit, on Branston Industrial Estate. The 69-year-old was just 19 when she first took up the job, but did not think it was...

WATCH: Margaret looks to retirement as she celebrates 50 years at...


​Brainbox Abbot Beyne student Hamza, 16, shortlisted for top...

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A teenage whizz kid who passed A-level maths at 14 and has 10 top A-star grades in his GCSE's is dreaming of a career in medicine after being nominated for a prestigious national award. Hamza Ikhlaq, 16, of Stretton, is in the running for a British Education Award, which recognises the value and importance of education and learning, and champions young people who achieve educational excellence. The Abbot Beyne School pupil, was nominated for the GSCE category by his headteacher Annabel...

​Brainbox Abbot Beyne student Hamza, 16, shortlisted for top...

Twycross Zoo expert speaks out as report reveals worldwide threat...

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An animal expert at Twycross Zoo has spoken out after it was revealed that more than half of the world's apes, monkeys, lemurs and lorises are now threatened with extinction. They are being wiped out as agriculture and industrial activities destroy forest habitats and the animals' populations are hit by hunting and trade, Conservation International has revealed. Its report says conservationists found that 60 per cent of the wild species are on course to die out, with three-quarters already...

Twycross Zoo expert speaks out as report reveals worldwide threat...

​Thousands set to take part in Mental Health Awareness week...

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A health trust is hoping to combat the stigma of mental health by putting on a variety of activities for people of all ages and walks of life, to raise awareness about the issue, which is happening 'right now' in Burton and South Derbyshire. The 'Mental Health Awareness Week' has been headed up by Mohammed Haroon, governor of the South Staffordshire and Shropshire Health Trust which provides healthcare to people living in Burton. Mr Haroon, of Branston, said mental health was a big issue...

​Thousands set to take part in Mental Health Awareness week...

How to call the police and get help even if it is too dangerous...

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It will probably never happen but if you ever find yourself in a position where you have to call the police but it is too dangerous to speak - you can still get help. But just what do you do if you need to call the police but it's too dangerous to talk? And how will the police know that they need to respond and help you? Here, the police have issued guidence about what to do if you're able to dial 999 but can't speak up to ask for help. The procedure to follow, which is called Silent...

How to call the police and get help  even if it is too dangerous...

Fund-raiser appeals for help in Burton hospital playground bid

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A passionate fund-raiser who has raised more than £80,000 for good causes in the past is on a new mission. Brian Storer, 69, of Princess Avenue, Linton, was visiting a family member in hospital when he spotted the children's outdoor play area at Queen's Hospital in Burton. On seeing it, he felt it was in need of some attention and improvement and immediately decided to take on the challenge of bringing a smile to children's faces at the hospital. He contacted the Burton Hospitals League...

Fund-raiser appeals for help in Burton hospital playground bid

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