Protesters say council's £25m waste plant bill is 'insulting to taxpayers'
PROTESTORS battling against plans for a waste plant in Sinfin say Derby City Council's decision to pay £25 million towards the building of the site was "an insult" to taxpayers.The council's £25...
View Article£90k play park to be built at Ilkeston's Rutland Recreation Ground
A CHILDREN'S play park is to be built at Rutland Recreation Ground in Ilkeston after a £90,000 grant was secured. The project will see equipment and facilities installed that will offer fully-inclusive...
View ArticleOAP accused of 1986 gems robbery after fingerprint breakthrough
A PENSIONER has gone on trial accused of an armed robbery more than 26 years ago after police arrested him following advances in fingerprint technology. Retired Barrie Rhodes, 65, was held after prints...
View ArticleHooded gang smash into Spondon shop and steal cigarettes
A GANG of three men broke into a shop in Spondon and stole cigarettes.The group went to the Co-op, in Sitwell Street, at around 10.45pm last night, smashing through the glass front door.Once inside,...
View ArticleREVIEW: Guinness World Records Officially Amazing Science Live!, Derby...
Ever wondered who has the longest tongue, the biggest mouth, the most stretchy skin or the biggest nose? Spend a night with the team presenting the show, Guinness World Records Officially Amazing...
View ArticleTransfer window updates: January 30 morning
Clubs have less than 48 hours to secure the signatures of their model players, as the transfer window will slam shut tomorrow at 11pm. We'll keep you up-to-date with the latest transfer news and gossip...
View ArticleFallen tree causes Pond Road, in Holbrook to close
A LARGE tree has collapsed causing Pond Road, in Holbrook, to close. Police were called to the incident about 2.10pm. A spokeswoman from Derbyshire Police said the tree was "dangerous" and blocking the...
View ArticleReview: Hyundai Santa Fe
WITH far sharper styling, some fantastic equipment and a punchy 200PS 2.2-litre diesel engine, the latest Hyundai Santa Fe punches its way upmarket on merit. Customers choose between five and seven...
View ArticleDerbyshire mobile speed cameras, February 1-3
A6 London Road, DerbyA516 Uttoxeter Road, DerbyA6 Ashford in the WaterA515 Parsley Hay, BakewellA6135 Station Road, Main Road, RenishawA617 Bramley ValeA6 Furness Vale to NewtownA57 Snake Road,...
View ArticleDriving tips: Saving fuel
AS certain as the sun will rise tomorrow, petrol prices will continue to rise. So here are some useful tips to help reduce the cost of your motoring – and help the environment.Modern automobile...
View ArticleBREAKING: Date set for Derby County's FA Youth Cup tie with Manchester City
A DATE has been announced for Derby County's FA Youth Cup showdown against Manchester City. The fifth round tie will take place at Pride Park Stadium on Tuesday, February 26 (7pm kick-off). Derby's...
View ArticlePreview: Vauxhall ADAM
THE ADAM punts Vauxhall straight into the style-led city car sector. It's striking to look at, both inside and out, and includes some features yet to be seen in this segment. The big question will be...
View ArticleLorry sheds bales of hay on Sir Frank Whittle Road
TRAFFIC is building up on the A61 leaving Derby after a lorry shed its load of hay. Sir Frank Whittle Road is blocked with slow traffic northbound from the Pentagon Island and the A608 Mansfield Road...
View ArticleUsed car buyer's guide: Ford Mondeo
THE Mondeo has built a decent reputation for reliability so you'll be very unlucky to find a car with any serious faults. There have been glitches reported with the keyless entry and start system so...
View ArticleJob Centre assault in Alfreton leaves 39-year-old in critical condition
A MAN is critically ill in hospital following an assault in Alfreton. Police were called to the Job Centre in King Street, at around 10am today after reports of an altercation. A 39-year-old man...
View ArticleBREAKING: Two car crash in Sinfin
TWO cars have been involved in a smash in Sinfin. The accident happened just after 7pm at the junction of Sinfin Lane and Balaclava Road. A silver Peugeot and black Toyota Yaris were involved. One...
View ArticleTransfer window deadline day: evening updates
The race is on to complete last-minute signings and against-the-clock deals, as the transfer window will close in less than 11 hours. Rumours are abound and there has been a flurry of activity this...
View ArticleDerby County cancel Lee Croft's contract
DERBY County have cancelled the contract of winger Lee Croft by mutual agreement.Croft, who joined League One Oldham Athletic on a season-long loan in the summer, had five months left on his Rams deal...
View ArticleSpike in food donations for hedgehogs being looked after by Mickleover's Hogs...
RELIEVED hedgehog carers have reported spikes in food stocks thanks to generous Derby Telegraph readers.Members of the Hogs Haven Trust in Mickleover had said they were worried the baby creatures might...
View ArticleSnowball gang put victim in hospital after incident in Market Street, South...
A GANG left an attack victim needing hospital treatment after he confronted them about throwing snowballs at his car.The incident happened at 1am last Saturday when the 24-year-old victim challenged...
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