Ilkeston News
Building fire in Ilkeston
Fire broke out at a building on Manners Road Industrial Estate on the afternoon of Wednesday May 22.
Van set on fire
Ilkeston firefighters attended a call to reports of a van on fire on Hallam Fields Road at 4,50am on Friday May 24.
Reservists tee-off at Stanton-By-Dale
A golf day to raise awareness of the Reserve Armed Forces and the benefits of employing them was held at Erewash Valley Golf Club in Stanton-By-Dale.
Fears over future of town carnival
Organisers of Stapleford carnival may be forced to cancel this year if enough volunteers cannot be found to help run it.
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Three Valleys Housing has appointed Lindum Group to build nine new homes on the site of the former Hart Lea sheltered accommodation in Sandiacre.
Villagers take part in crackdown on speeding cars
Residents of Dale Abbey have been working with the police to tackle motorists who speed through their village.
Villagers target speeding cars
Residents of Dale Abbey have been working with the police to tackle motorists who speed through their village.
Time to vote in Pet Of Year competition
The time has arrived when you, the ‘Tiser readers, can vote to crown the winner in a Pet Of The Year competition backed by the paper.
Have your say on police issues
Ilkeston residents will be able to have their say on policing when this year’s public consultation on policing issues arrives at Ilkeston Market on Bath Street on Friday May 31.
Third book for Ilkeston born author
The final instalment of a trilogy written by an Ilkeston born author has hit the shelves of libraries in Erewash.
Erewash MP condemns London terror attack as ‘vile’
Erewash MP Jessica Lee has branded the death of a soldier in London as a ‘vile attack’.
VIDEO: send us your ideas to boost Bath Street and Ilkeston town centre video
Here at the ‘Tiser, we are currently running a campaign asking for the ideas you think could help boost Ilkeston town centre and areas such as Bath Street.
Drunk man groped ambulance worker
A drunken man from Kirk Hallam who groped a female ambulance technician has been ordered to carry out 80 hours community work.
Author launches ‘My Box of Memories’
Pictured is Ilkeston author Patricia Spencer signing copies of her new book, My Box of Memories, at U Choose Smoothie Bar on Bath Street.
Mum’s fight for heart unit
More than £1,000 has been raised by an Ilkeston mum who held a charity night in memory of her daughter who died from a heart defect.
Rebecca has smashed her charity target
An Ilkeston woman with cerebral palsy who was told by doctors five years ago she might not walk again has completed a challenge of walking 2012 miles.
Bags of cash is raised by slimming club
A charity clothing collection to raise money for Cancer Research UK was a mega success, raising more than £10,000.
Man charged with Long Eaton Assault
A man has been charged following a serious assault in Long Eaton.
Calls for action over ‘scruffy’ street signs
A Ilkeston councillor is calling for action to be taken over ‘scruffy’ and ‘defaced’ street signs in the town.
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Shoppers enjoy market day
Street entertainers, face painting and fairground rides were on offer at a family fun day to mark Love Your Local Market day this weekend.
Art on show at town studio
An Ilkeston art studio will open its doors to the public this weekend as part of a county wide event.
Surgery lands top award for OAP project
An Ilkeston GP surgery is celebrating winning a national prize for a project it pioneered to help elderly
Enjoy a brew or two for Marie Curie
Ilkeston folk are being encouraged to hold a Blooming Great Tea Party to raise money for Marie Curie Cancer Care.
Road safety is priority for Shipley PCSO
Shipley has a new police community support officer patrolling its streets who aims to target road safety.
Help for women in trouble
Vulnerable women in Ilkeston are to be handed mobile panic alarms so they can summon help if threatened.
VIDEO: Derbyshire Food and Drink Fair video
The crowds packed into the Derbyshire Food and Drink Fair over the weekend.
PICTURES: Olympic champ Jessica Ennis weds
Sheffield’s Olympic champ Jessica Ennis has added the most important gold ever to her collection – a wedding ring, when she tied the knot.
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MP gives her backing to work of your ‘Tiser
It is currently the annual Local Newspaper Week — a chance to throw the spotlight on the key role played by the ‘Tiser in the community it serves.
Get set to vote for Pet Of The Year winners
The time is almost here when you, the ‘Tiser readers, can vote to crown the winner in a Pet Of The Year competition backed by the paper.
Check out this rock extravaganza
Journey, Whitesnake and Thunder are set to appear onstage together for the first time ever next year, stopping off at Capital FM Arena Nottingham on May 25.
VIDEO: Dambusters flypast on 70th anniversary of the raid video
Hundreds of onlookers gathered as a Lancaster bomber flew over Derbyshire to mark the 70th anniversary of the daring Dambusters raid.
VIDEO: photo slideshow of huge Stanton blaze video
More than 40 firefighters were called into action to tackle a huge blaze at Stanton this week.
BREAKING: Man charged with drugs offences
A man has been charged following the discovery of suspected drugs at a house on Monsall Avenue in Ilkeston.
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VIDEO: MP celebrates railway station go-ahead video
Erewash MP Jessica Lee pays tributes to supporters and campaigners — including the Ilkeston Advertiser — who have played a key role in securing the green light for a new railway station in Ilkeston.
Cannabis calls to police double
A police campaign urging people to report suspected cannabis farms in their neighbourhood saw an increase in calls to Crimestoppers.
Woman attacked in Cotmanhay
A woman was left with severe bruising and suspected broken ribs following a late night assault by two men in Cotmanhay.
Verdict on Long Eaton woman’s death
A coroner recorded a verdict of accidental death on a woman who died in her Long Eaton home.
Cancer hit families can turn to charity
When Steve Coupe and wife Tracey witnessed those around them suffering from the devastating effects of cancer they decided to set up their own charity to help others in a similar position.
Man faces quad bike theft charges
An Ilkeston man has been charged with stealing a quad bike from a house in Belper.
BREAKING: Ilkeston train station is given the go-ahead
Ilkeston station has won funding to re-open a train station after a long running campaign by the Ilkeston Advertiser and Erewash MP Jessica Lee.
VIDEO: Firefighters risk lives at huge blaze video
A ‘dangerous’ blaze, which destroyed a building in the former Stanton Ironworks this week, saw 40 brave firefighters risk their lives to bring the flames and smoke under control.
Council unveils Cabinet
Key Cabinet roles have been announced by the Labour Party after regaining control of Derbyshire County Council.
Counselling service for local families
Cotmanhay families experiencing difficulties are set to benefit from a new family counselling service.
Money off at top attractions including Alton Towers and Sea Life this summer
Don’t miss this week’s paper for 2-for-1 entry to top attractions, including Alton Towers.
Report: Academy is ‘improving’
Standards are improving at a Cotmanhay school, which was put under special measures earlier this year.
Plan for 300 homes is ‘imminent’
A controversial plan to build 300 homes on green fields in Ilkeston could be lodged with the council soon, it has been revealed.
Fraudster must pay back £10k
A Cotmanhay fraudster who sold fake jewellery online must pay back more than £10,000 or face 12 months in jail.
STANTON FIRE: Building to be demolished
Erewash Borough Council has announced that the building in the former Stanton Ironworks, where a huge fire started last night, will be demolished later today (Tuesday,)
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Saturday 25 May 2013
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