JCB announce 2,500 jobs with new Uttoxeter factory
JCB has unveiled plans to spend £150 million expanding operations in Staffordshire, including building a new factory near Uttoxeter.
View ArticlePOLICE APPEAL - officers appealing for information after A38 crash
POLICE are appealing for witnesses after a serious crash on the A38 at Burton.
View ArticleVIDEO - police appeal after town centre fight
OFFICERS investigating an attack in a town centre have released CCTV footage of the incident in a bid to identify one of the suspects.
View ArticleDemand for festive food parcels doubles since 2012
A FOOD bank charity will include festive treats in handouts this month - after revealing demand for parcels had doubled since last year.
View ArticleTown DJ is hopeful for small screen appearance
A DJ from Burton is hoping to spot himself on the small screen, after he was filmed for a new series currently showing on E4.
View ArticleCrash victim named as 18-year-old beautician
POLICE have named an 18-year-old beautician who died following a road accident.
View ArticleHospital ward handed sweet shaped booster
THE children’s ward at the Burton’s Queen’s Hospital got a sweet deal this week when town-based pub firm Spirit Pub dropped by with a selection of sweet-themed play shapes.
View ArticleThree people taken to hospital following collision
THREE people have been taken to hospital following a head-on collision between two cars in Knight’s Lane in Bretby.
View ArticleFooty cup boosts scouts
YOUNGSTERS beamed with delight after becoming the latest beneficiaries of funds raised through an historic Burton football cup.
View ArticleDelight as poet enters school word competition
PUPILS at a South Derbyshire school were delighted when poet and broadcaster Ian McMillan entered one of its competitions on Twitter.
View ArticleCops crackdown on railway crime
A MAJOR operation to crackdown on theft across trains coming in and out of Burton Railway Station is being launched in the build up to Christmas.
View ArticleTrooper attacked after party at Winshill home
A WINSHILL man has narrowly escaped jail after assaulting a British army trooper at a house party.
View ArticleVolunteer and join the Girl Guide experience
I REMEMBER a significant part of my 15th birthday, surrounded by friends and Guide leaders as they launched into song to wish me well.
View ArticleHousing firm nets top award
A BURTON-BASED housing provider has been named a winner in the North of England Excellence Awards 2013.
View ArticleWhat will be your TV turn-ons this Christmas?
A DOCTOR, a baker and Dirty Den are just some of the things that people love to watch when they settle down during the festive season.
View ArticleLast call for presents as Xmas appeal nears end
SHOPPERS are being urged to hand in the gifts which form part of a campaign to provide presents for needy youngsters at Christmas as the deadline edges ever closer.
View ArticleIt’s a cadet’s life for Burton youngsters
ANYONE who wandered into Burton’s TA centre on a Monday evening may be a little perturbed by what they encounter.
View ArticleNo retirement plans for Barbara after 36 years
A SUPERMARKET worker who has spent 36 years serving the people of Burton says she has no plans to hang up her uniform despite turning 80.
View Article£109 million council cuts could hit youth centres
SWINGEING cuts totalling £109 million have been announced by Staffordshire County Council in a bid to tackle a huge reduction in its budget from central Government.
View ArticleMistreated foals look set for improved life
THREE foals who have become firm friends after being rescued from horrific conditions are on the hunt for a new home.
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