Derby teen who lost mum to Covid and school pupil who has undergone treatment for brain tumour are recognised for their bravery and resilience at E4E city awards ceremony
Three incredible Derby teenagers have been recognised for their resilience and bravery at a city awards ceremony. Seventeen-year-old Tejal Paliya almost died after contracting a bacterial infection in March, which left her fighting for her life. Her family were warned that she may not survive but the gutsy Littleover Community School pupil – who has […]
Shirebrook students star as they pick up awards for hard work and dedication
Students who went the extra mile to live up to their school’s values, work hard at their studies and strive to never miss a lesson have been rewarded for their dedication at a special celebration. Around 70 teenagers at Shirebrook Academy were invited to step up to receive certificates and blazer badges when the school, […]
Our Future project inspires engineers of the future in Derby as school pupils get recycling bin created for them
Eco-conscious pupils from two Derby primary schools have been presented with their own unique recycling bin after winning a city-wide competition. Thirty-three schools took on the challenge of designing a bin that would reduce waste and encourage others to recycle. Organised by career-related learning programme Our Future – and run-in partnership with Engineered Learning Limited; […]
Gillotts unveils plans to host funeral services as it prepares to transform Eastwood’s historic police station
A Nottinghamshire funeral firm will soon be able to host services in its own purpose-built chapel thanks to an ambitious £350,000 renovation scheme that will give a town’s 19th Century police station a brand-new purpose. Gillotts Funeral Directors has unveiled its plans to create a 20-seat chapel alongside a number of other new facilities on […]
Vodka firm Jatt Life’s new charity return and reuse scheme helps it secure major Birmingham bar deal
A West Midlands ultra-premium vodka firm has signed a deal which will see its products served at four of Birmingham’s most popular bars and nightclubs – while raising money for charity and helping the planet at the same time. Jatt Life has become an official supplier to all four of Birmingham nightclub owner Wayne Tracey’s […]
Derby man Matt Ceiley completes marathon effort for Treetops Hospice – in memory of his Dad
A DAD from Mickleover has completed his twelfth marathon of the year – finishing his incredible effort at the hospice which cared for his much-loved father. Forty-one-year-old Matt Ceiley, a mental health nurse, decided to embark on the challenge of running a marathon a month throughout 2021 in memory of Dad Michael, who died just […]
Networking group Derby’s Finest celebrate helping city charities and success of its members
A NETWORKING group which celebrates and supports women in business is celebrating the success of its members and raising thousands of pounds for local charities as it approaches its fifth year. Since Derbys Finest Launched in March 2017 the committee have been focused on inspiring, encouraging and celebrating women of all ages – and have […]
Welcome Emily! Derby accountancy and business advisors Vibrant welcome new team member
AN award-winning accountancy and business advice company has welcomed its eighth team member – more than doubling in size over the past 12 months. Vibrant Accountancy, based on Duffield Road, have welcomed 22-year-old Emily Cooper as their Client Service Support. The former Trent College student will assist with tax and support Vibrant’s growing client base […]
Kind-hearted volunteers get into the Christmas spirit to bring joy to young care leavers
Teenagers and young people who grew up in the care system and are facing a lonely Christmas on their own are set to receive some festive cheer thanks to dozens of kind-hearted volunteers. Around 200 16 to 25-year-olds, who all live independently in homes across Derbyshire and Staffordshire, are all set to receive Christmas hampers […]
Annie’s Burger Shack kicks off Christmas with its ambitious all-in-one three course festive Yuletide burger
Derby diners are being invited to sink their teeth into arguably the city’s biggest and boldest yuletide treat yet – an all-in-one three-course Christmas meal burger. Annie’s Burger Shack in Friary Street has pulled out all the stops by serving an unforgettable festive foodie feast combining a Christmas starter, main course and dessert together in […]