Forever Ghost FC set up in memory of Arnold car crash victim
Tyler Fairman, 26, was one of five people struck by a Vauxhall Astra in Market Place, Arnold, on 9 May. He died in hospital three days later.
Written Work
This page contains a comprehensive list of my entire online portfolio, in chronological order.
You will find my words in professional outlets like the BBC and Erewash Sound.
'I spent my teenage years caring for my sick dad - we need more support'
Beckett, from Leicestershire, lost his dad Nick in February from a suspected progressive supranuclear palsy, a rare neurological condition which presents similar symptoms to Parkinson's.
'I've helped find 1,000 caves under Nottingham but I'm not done'
The city is built on soft sandstone, making caves relatively easy to carve out, which led to many being used by private households and businesses throughout history.
Newton Linford garden digs reveal 6,000-year-old artefact
Archaeologists and volunteers unearthed the flint in Newtown Linford on Saturday and Sunday, with more digs planned later this year in Stanton-Under-Bardon, and Woodhouse and Woodhouse Eaves.
Over 850 tonnes of food waste collected in Leicestershire
Hinckley and Bosworth Borough Council, Blaby District Council, Oadby and Wigston Borough Council and Rutland County Council (RCC) started collections in either March or April.
'We'd rather live in a tent than a homeless hostel'
Alan Cook, 39, and Hannah Ali, 32, have camped at a park in Derby since November, having overcome their heroin addictions, which followed significant trauma.
Council approves £2.2m sale of De Montfort University building
De Montfort University (DMU) has leased the Innovation Centre, in Oxford Street, from the council since its construction in 1995, according to council documents.
Garden digs to find 'hidden history under our feet' in Charnwood
The digs are being led by Prof Carenza Lewis, from the University of Lincoln, in collaboration with University of Leicester Archaeological Services (ULAS) and Charnwood Forest Geopark.
'Courier scammers took £11k - they can target anyone'
The scammers kept Samantha on the phone for a total of four hours, despite collecting her bank cards within the first.She said the fake NatWest fraud team member rushed through password changes, phone ID changes, and other "security steps", including providing her PIN to "prove the bank cards belonged to her".Samantha believes she was hurried through many steps so she would not have chance to stop and think about red flags or speak to her family.It was only later - at about 20:00 - that Samantha...
Two locations shortlisted for Great British Railways HQ in Derby
The new public body will own the rail infrastructure, procure passenger services and set most fares and timetables.
Ukrainian teen to play final match before going home
Ivan, now aged 13, was brought to Alfreton by his mum Viktoriia in December 2022 to escape the warfare they witnessed in Kyiv.
Group close to reaching goal to save Uppingham Post Office
If the financial target is reached, the group said it would purchase the business from Bromiley, and then apply to the Post Office to be appointed postmaster, Warner said.
Denby pottery given more time to appoint administrators
Last week, Denby's CEO Sebastian Lazell told the BBC he was "trying to move heaven and earth" to save the business.
Crocuses in bloom celebrate Leicester's Indian connection
The flowers at the University of Leicester's Botanical Garden, in Oadby, were planted last year by a team of 60 volunteers led by BBC Gardeners' World presenter Nick Bailey.
Speed camera call after 88mph recorded in Breaston
A village Speedwatch group has called for permanent cameras to be installed after speeds of up to 88mph (142km/h) were recorded on a 30mph (48km/h) road.
Major art trail announced for Ashbourne
The event in Ashbourne, called ARTbourne, will display art in shops, churches, and homes across the town, as well as offer live music and demonstrations.
Denby pottery boss warns of closure if investors not found
The 217-year-old business filed a notice of intent to appoint administrators last week, citing rising energy and employment costs.
Derbyshire mobile library service to return with new vehicles
Derbyshire County Council runs two mobile library vehicles - a north service based in Buxton and a south service in Long Eaton.
Plans for 90 'extra care' flats set for approval in Derby
The redevelopment of the council-owned land at Heron Way, between Mickleover and Royal Derby Hospital, would increase the supply of "extra care housing" in the city.
British ceramics firm Denby to appoint administrators
The Derbyshire-based company was founded in 1809 and bought by the investment firm Hilco Capital 2009, saving it from collapse.
University of Derby pauses student recruitment from two countries
The move will affect applicants from Pakistan and Bangladesh, with the university stating it is due to visa refusal rates for the two countries being too high.
I'm filling potholes at 81 - and it's never ending
Pete Thexton, from Langley Mill in Derbyshire, has been helping maintain Aldercar Lane since he opened a fishery business on the road.
'Sailing can help neurodivergent people like me'
Matt Tozer, from Derby, said he did not get the right support at school because his ADHD and autism was not diagnosed until adulthood, which left him feeling isolated from his peers.
Erewash Voluntary Action gets £220k lifeline after funding cut
A charity that lost its main source of funding last year has been given a lifeline thanks to £220,000 of council funding.
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