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Disabled mum's home wrecked
A DISABLED mum is furious after bungling workmen, brought in by the council to build her an extension, wrecked her home.Derby City Council has now apologised to Zodie Bonnett, 27, for the distress she...
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Foster Gran feels 'conned' by council
A MACKWORTH woman who cares for her granddaughter claims she is £7,000 in debt because Derby City Council refuses to pay her the same as a foster parent.Michele Jones, of Walthamstow Drive, said she...
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'The people who did this are not Muslim. I question if they are...
Shokat Lal, general secretary of the Pakistani Community Centre in Derby and a Muslim, speaks out over the killing of a soldier in Woolwich.AS the events at Woolwich unfolded, my most immediate...
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You know you're from Derby when...
There are a few quirks about Derby people... Here's how you know you are a typical Derby person: And finally... Feel free to add your own in the comments below.
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Charles Hanson on rare books
WE are set to celebrate the rich history of Derbyshire with a collection of items of local interest which will go under the hammer next month. They include a rare set of volumes documenting the...
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Council offer to buy disabled mum's home after builders wreck it
A DISABLED mum is furious after bungling workmen, brought in by the council to build her an extension, wrecked her home.Derby City Council has now apologised to Zodie Bonnett, 27, for the distress she...
View Article12 hours of non-stop music in Matlock
FROM noon today, 12 hours of music will kick off at Minders Standardin Winster, near Matlock. Junction, a band from Riddings, will be performing classical rock covers. Other acts include Guns vs Roses...
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Bank holiday fun in the sun
ADVENTUROUS people can learn how to survive in the wild at an event in Elvaston Castle this weekend. The Bushcraft Show 2013 is a three-day event which will give people the chance to try their hand at...
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Garden centre to nurture talents of award-winning students
HORTICULTURAL students who were part of the gold award-winning team at the Harrogate Flower Show are reaping the rewards of being involved in the project.The show garden, which reflected a monastic...
View Article14-year-old impaled on railings in Melbourne
A 14-YEAR-OLD boy became impaled on railings in Melbourne last night. East Midlands Ambulance Service and Derbyshire Fire and Rescue Service were called to the incident near the Melbourne Arms in Ashby...
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Writer Tina's high hopes for jail play
AN award-winning playwright has seen her latest show performed as part of a festival in London.Tina Jay wrote Dog City, a play about two young prisoners, and applied to the One Act Festival, at the...
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VIDEO: Gardens open so money for charity will shoot up
GARDENS across Derbyshire have opened to the public to raise money for different charities including Macmillan Cancer Support and Marie Cure.Craig Dalton's garden at The Burrows in Brailsford is open...
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Rotarians give minibus appeal a major £1,000 boost
A CAMPAIGN to raise £30,000 for a new minibus to give disadvantaged children a seaside holiday has moved a significant step nearer with the donation of £1,000.Derby Mercia Rotary Club, which celebrates...
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Petition calls for change to bill for asbestos victims
A PETITION has been launched to make changes to the Mesothelioma Bill.The bill was outlined in the Queen's Speech setting out the Government's legislative programme for the next year.The aim of the...
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Don't miss today's Derby Telegraph!
Don't miss today's Derby Telegraph - there are some great offers inside: 1. Baby and Toddler of the Year – don't miss today's Voting Coupon for your chance to vote for your favourite baby or toddler...
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Hotel sale 'could pay back couples'
A PROPERTY expert believes the imminent sale of the troubled Izaak Walton Hotel could make enough money to pay back couples who lost thousands in its closure.The Izaak Walton Hotel, in Dovedale, closed...
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Brave OAP chased burglar
A FRAIL pensioner who tried to chase a burglar with her walking stick after waking to find him in her room has been awarded £1,500 for her "pluck and courage".Margaret Woodward's terrifying experience...
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VIDEO: World cuisine is cooked up
THE people behind a global cuisine restaurant – which is opening inside an historic city building – said they have stirred in ingredients from the past into its new decor.Cosmo is a 330-seat...
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All the glamour of the 1940s at Tutbury Castle
CUPS and saucers, swing music and Second World War military uniforms all played their part in turning back the clock 70 years at Tutbury Castle over the weekend.Strolling around and seated on the...
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Sister proud of Superbike star Leon
A SISTER of World Superbike star Leon Haslam said she was proud of him whether he raced or not – after his team took the decision to withdraw him because of his injured leg.Last night, after visiting...
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