Optimism over house price increases
ESTATE agents in Burton and Swadlincote have said they are confident for the development of the housing market in the coming months.
View ArticleEngagement ring among valuables left in town’s hotel
THE perfect weekend for one couple staying in Burton was ruined as it was revealed that an engagement ring was among high-value items left behind at the town’s Travelodge.
View ArticleChild of courage Chelsea prepares for yet another fund-raising mission
A BURTON Mail Child of Courage, who was recognised for her hard work in raising money for charity, is preparing for yet another fund-raising mission.
View ArticleBurton charity is vital for lonely older people
LONELINESS among older people hits a peak in January according to the Department of Health.
View ArticleAfter-school club requires improvements
THE people in charge of an after-school club in Swadlincote have been told by Government education inspectors that improvements need to be made.
View ArticleFresh clues in hunt for sex fiend
NEW CCTV images have been released by detectives hunting a sex attacker who lured his victim from a nightspot.
View ArticlePub promises clamp down after underage drink sales
A RAFT of preventative measures have been put in place at a town centre pub after a member of staff was found to have sold alcohol to children.
View ArticleUnion hits out at councillor’s food bank review
UNION bosses have hit back at a Burton councillor who has announced his intention to conduct an investigation into the use of food banks.
View ArticleDavid Broome’s - Veganuary diary
THROUGHOUT this month, the Mail’s David Broome is taking on the ‘Veganuary’ challenge – to go through the whole month of January on a vegan diet. Here, in a daily diary, he charts
View ArticleDerby County coaches take to the bikes in aid of charity
A GROUP of football coaches from Derby County Community Trust have been helping a Pingle School pupil with her latest charity challenge.
View ArticleLittle Rascals closes for good despite ‘roof’ claim
A SOFT play business has shut down for good despite telling those who had booked children’s parties that it was only closed for roof repairs.
View Article£23m schools pledge to give parents more choice
MILLIONS of pounds of funding will help ensure children in Burton don’t miss out on their school of choice, education bosses have said.
View ArticleMP uncovers massive rise in alcohol impacted tots
BURTON’S MP has called for more support for expectant mothers with a drink problem after he uncovered a shocking rise the number of babies born deformed or disabled as a result.
View ArticleQueen’s parking system snares another victim
AN elderly man with a severe spinal condition has hit out at the new Queen’s Hospital parking system after he walked a mile for an appointment.
View ArticleFund-raising event helps boost charity coffers
AN event to raise money for an MS charity saw more than £4,000 collected.
View ArticleFencing blocking drug takers could be torn down
A HOMEOWNER who built a fence to stop drug taking and antisocial behaviour behind her garden could see it torn down after a complaint was made.
View ArticleChild’s Christmas present among items taken in Burton garage raid
CALLOUS thieves stole a child’s Christmas present during a raid on 11 garages in one small Burton street.
View ArticleCharity gig as Kaye turns the big 5-0
AN Ashby woman is using her 50th birthday party to raise money for charity in honour of a friend’s son who died last year.
View ArticleDrink-drive woman, 20, receives two-year ban
A YOUNG woman has been banned from driving for two years after she got behind the wheel following a boozy night on the town.
View ArticleHigh Street traders welcome next stage in town revamp
TRADERS on Burton’s High Street have welcomed the latest stage in a scheme to improve the appearance of the area and make it more appealing to developers.
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