January

Our Safer Neighbourhood Wardens have found another lost dog, who now needs a new home.

Animal lovers in South Derbyshire are being encouraged to paws for thought and consider the plight of man’s best friend.

South Derbyshire District Council tenants are being invited to look at life through a lens as part of a special contest.

Swadlincote will continue to have a main post office in the centre of town after an agreement was reached with a new owner to take over the business.

An award winning project helping youngsters to explore the great outdoors is making a direct contribution to The Queen’s Jubilee celebrations.

A cancer survivor is preparing to cycle from South Derbyshire to the Champs Elysées as part of a major charity fundraiser.

An unusual visitor has been spotted in Swadlincote surveying the scene of the town’s forthcoming charity pancake races.

A commemorative gesture is to be made at a popular tourist attraction to remember the victims of the Holocaust.

A successful partnership between South Derbyshire District Council and Northgate Public Services has resulted in the addition of South Bucks District Council to Northgate’s Midlands Regional Business Centre. South Bucks will now receive Revenues and Benefits Services through Northgate – bringing a host of benefits to the local community and building efficiencies into the service for the long term.

 

 

Attendees at an event designed to offer support and guidance to not for profit organisations have stated: “It has helped us to stay ahead of the game.”

Three more lost dogs have been picked up by our wardens, can you help with finding their owners or with re-homing them?

The Sainsbury’s Sport Relief Mile is back – and it’s coming to Swadlincote

People living in Newhall are being encouraged to take part in a community litter pick.

A simpler and more convenient way has been devised for people to have their say on community life in South Derbyshire.

A record number of food outlets in South Derbyshire are demonstrating the highest levels of hygiene.

An enthralling afternoon and evening of evening of stargazing is to be held at a South Derbyshire tourist attraction.

News that Nestlé UK is planning a further £200 million extension to its NESCAFÉ factory in South Derbyshire has been welcomed.

Street dancing, canoeing and circus skills are some of the unique activities on offer at a special event in Swadlincote.

A distinctive token of appreciation recognising the dedication of brave servicemen and women is to be made by South Derbyshire District Council.

Young people living in and around Willington can strut their stuff at new street dance classes.

Residents in South Derbyshire are being invited to throw themselves into fun and flexible netball sessions.

South Derbyshire households are being encouraged to continue their fine festive recycling efforts in the months to come.

Residents in South Derbyshire who made New Year resolutions to get fitter and healthier are to be given a helping hand in their quest.

Residents in South Derbyshire are being reminded to make sure their waste is disposed of safely and correctly.

Preparations are in full swing for an extravaganza of fun and games promoting the benefits of healthy living.

Two South Derbyshire tourist attractions have received a huge shot in the arm to further enhance their facilities.