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A 29-year-old jailed after stealing DVDs and another who was caught trespassing on railway lines are the latest criminals to be dealt with at Cannock Magistrates' Court: Shoplifting A 29-year-old has been caught shoplifting. Justinder Douglas, 29, of Great Hampton Row, Birmingham, admitted stealing DVDs worth £54.95 belonging to Boots, Burton, on November 30. He also pleaded guilty to stealing DVDs worth £59.94 belonging to Boots, Burton, on a second occasion on December...

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April 10, 2017, 1:00 pm

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Car manufacturing giant Toyota is celebrating after selling more than 29,000 cars last month – the most it has sold in the UK for a decade. The South Derbyshire-based firm said that March sales were record-breaking and credited the success to an increasing demand for hybrid cars. The Japanese manufacturer, which has its UK car-making plant in Burnaston, said that last month the company sold a total of 29,415 vehicles - which includes light commercial vehicles and its luxury brand...

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April 10, 2017, 2:00 pm

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Plans to build 120 homes in Etwall and 10 homes in Church Gresley are the latest applications to have been put forward to South Derbyshire District Council: 23 Harrison Commercials Ltd, York Road, Church Gresley - outline application (all matters except for access to be reserved) for the residential development of up to 10 homes. 22 Main Street, Newton Solney - the felling of an oak tree. Recreation Ground, Ticknall Cricket Pavilion, Burton Road, Ticknall - temporary permission for the...

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April 10, 2017, 3:00 pm

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New rules on Child Tax Credits came into force on Thursday, April 6 which could affect thousands of families living in the Burton and South Derbyshire region. The changes are one are a number of cost-cutting measures that were announced by former Chancellor George Osborne before he was sacked.The changes will hit lowest-income families the hardest. They have taken two years to come into force since being announced by Osborne.If you claim tax credits, here is a handy guide with everything you...

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April 13, 2017, 4:00 am

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A driver clocked at almost 100mph on the A50 has been fined after appearing in court. He was among a list of speeding motorists who ended up at Southern Derbyshire Magistrates' Court: A50 SpeederA man admitted speeding on the A50. Karl Turnbull, of Station Road, John O'Gaunt, Leicestershire, admitted via the single justice procedure of driving an Audi on the A50 east at Willington, on September 16, exceeding the 70mph speed limit by driving at 99mph.He has been fined £293 with £85...

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April 13, 2017, 5:00 am

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If you fancy getting out on the Easter weekend, there are loads of attractions offering family fun, all within a 90-minute drive from Burton. Here are the Burton Mail's top ten hotspots. 1. Fradley Junction Family fun is on the bill this Easter as the Canal and River Trust invites people to Fradley Junction for a day of duck-themed activities. The charity, which looks after 2,000 miles of historic waterways, is encouraging people to visit the popular canal spot on Sunday, April 16 to enjoy...

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April 13, 2017, 6:00 am

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Changes will be made to a Burton brewery building while Hobbycraft will get an additional temporary portakabin as they are among the latest companies to get planning approval from East Staffordshire Borough Council: St Georges Park, Newborough Road, Needwood, Burton - Retention of five 10 metre high flag pole advertisements – approved. Warren Lane, Branston - Construction of new footbridge including stairs – approved. 154 Station Street, Burton - Change of use of ground and first...

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April 13, 2017, 6:20 am

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As part of the Summer Shout Out tour, Ella Eyre and Sheppard are set to support Little Mix at Donington Park this summer. Ella Eyre has already racked up an impressive seven UK Top 40 hits and is set to perform her hits Waiting All Night, Gravity and If I Go before Little Mix take to the stage. Australian indie band Sheppard have enjoyed success with their song Geronimo, which spent three weeks at number one in their home country and was certified five times platinum- as well as being streamed...

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April 13, 2017, 6:30 am

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The Easter bunny arrived a little early at a Swadlincote engineering firm as a baby girl has received a special gift. The bunny has hopped over to UK foundation engineers Roger Bullivant Limited, which is situated in Hearthcote Road, to deliver a gift to celebrate the Easter holidays. Roger Bullivant Limited presents a cuddly toy as a gift to staff whenever a baby is born to someone in the company. Now Roger Bullivant human resources assistant Sophie Porter and daughter Teigan Tunnicliffe, who...

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April 13, 2017, 7:00 am

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Volunteers at a Burton animal shelter have launched a desperate appeal to find a forever home for a dog which has been in kennels for more than seven months. Snoop, a nine-year-old crossbreed, first went through the doors of the Hillfield Animal Home in Stretton, last October. He was taken in by his previous owner who suffered from mental health problems and was unable to give him the care and attention he craved. Angie Whitehurst, trustee and press liaison at RSPCA, said that Snoop is a...

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April 13, 2017, 7:20 am

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Motorists are being warned of a number of delays this afternoon as ongoing road incidents and slow traffic in built-up areas are causing trouble to commuters. An accident involving two cars and lorry has left one lane closed on the A38 northbound between the B600 and Junction 28 of the M1 for Alfreton andMansfield. The incident is affecting traffic heading towards the M1 at Junction 28. Elsewhere in Repton, drivers are being reminded that temporary traffic lights are in place, which are...

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April 13, 2017, 8:00 am

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A third woman who attacked a night time reveller in Burton town centre has admitted her part in the assault. Aimee Wilkes, 22, of Curtis Way, Burton, has now admitted inflicting grievous bodily harm after a 27-year-old woman was left with facial injuries and three broken ribs in High Street, Burton.The attack happened on Tuesday, November 2. Wilkes appeared at Stafford Crown Court where she admitted the charge and will be sentenced next month. Two other women have previously admitted their part...

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April 13, 2017, 8:00 am

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People in the East Midlands will spend less time than the average watching TV and shopping over the Easter bank holidays, according to a survey by GoApe, the people behind the nationwide treetop challenge. People in the UK typically have a whopping 50 hours of spare time over Easter to do something fun, exciting or different – as the activities they usually do when they're not at work, such as shopping, cooking, sleeping and watching TV, only take up 60 hours of the 110-hour four-day...

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April 13, 2017, 8:16 am

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Motorists are being warned of a number of delays on the roads this afternoon as ongoing incidents and slow traffic in built-up areas are causing trouble for commuters trying to make the big Easter get-away. An accident involving two cars and a lorry has left one lane closed on the A38 northbound between B600 and Junction 28 of the M1 for Alfreton/Mansfield. The incident is impacting on traffic heading towards the M1 at Junction 28, with stationary traffic putting travel time at an estimated...

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April 13, 2017, 9:00 am

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John Taylor High School will run a new school currently being built in Tatenhill, which will be one of the largest free schools in the country. The Department for Education has now announced that the John Taylor Multi Academy Trust (MAT) has been successful in its application to run the new free school being constructed in Tatenhill. Opening in September 2018, the new school will serve 11-18 year-olds from across Burton, particularly from new housing developments in and around Branston...

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April 13, 2017, 9:30 am

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Police are appealing for help finding a man who has been reported missing from his home in Derbyshire. Peter Tidmas was last seen leaving his home in Thurvaston Lane, Thurvaston, near Ashbourne, at the end of March. The 22-year-old sometimes visits gaming conventions and was thought to have headed to the Birmingham area, but has not been heard from since he left. Officers say they are growing increasingly concerned for his welfare and they want Peter or anyone who knows where he is to get...

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Finishing touches are being put to Burton's newest late-night venue ahead of its official launch tonight, Thursday, April 13. "Big dog" Tim Westwood will be playing at Allure, in Station Street on the opening night from around midnight, as the club stays open on four nights to celebrate its opening. The £250,000 makeover has seen the building, which was previously Brown's, stripped bare, and given a complete new look.There are now two bars, a DJ booth, a photo booth, a foyer, a...

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April 13, 2017, 10:00 am

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Two men who were caught drink-driving and another who stole four bottles of aftershave from his Burton employer are the latest criminals to appear at Southern Derbyshire Magistrates' Court: Drink-driver A man has admitted drink-driving. Dale Cadd, 27, of Holme Close, Hatton, admitted driving a Vauxhall Astra in Field Avenue, Hatton, on October 29, with 95 microgrammes of alcohol in 100 millilitres of breath. The legal limit is 35 microgrammes. He also admitted failing to stop after an...

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April 13, 2017, 10:30 am

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Three outstanding comedians are taking to the stage to provide a laugh a minute at a major theatre in Staffordshire. Marlon Davis, Tom Lucy and Chris Washington will perform at Stoke's Regent Theatre's Laugh out Loud Comedy Club on Saturday, April 15, from 8pm. Club producer Damion Larkin said: "Marlon Davis is a bright young comedian, improviser and actor who embraces his work with energy and charm, embodying his characters and delivering his acute observational material with ease. His...

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April 13, 2017, 11:00 am

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As the weather improves, and the days get longer, many people's thoughts turn to finding a new home. Throughout Burton and its surrounding villages there are a plethora of homes to rent and buy, and we've taken a look at what's on the market in three different price ranges. We've picked one at less than £500 per calendar month to rent, one at less than £750, and one, a little more high end, at £2,400 per month. So, what better time than the Easter Bank Holiday weekend than...