First-time artists from Derventio Housing Trust putting up the banner for creative trail
Freshly fledged artists from a Derbyshire housing trust project aimed at developing confidence and life skills will be showing off their work for the first time this bank holiday. Participants in the ‘Growing Lives’ project, run by Derventio Housing Trust, have worked together to produce an eye-catching banner that will be one of the […]
It’s third time lucky for Edward as students from Nottingham Trent University get set to head into the country
The vice-chancellor of Nottingham Trent University says he is looking forward to his students swapping the city streets for country living when they play an active role in this year’s Nottinghamshire County Show. Edward Peck says that the event, which takes place at the Newark Showground on May 14, will be a good opportunity for […]
Smith Partnership’s Leicester team celebrate a double Law Society endorsement
A Leicester law firm is celebrating a double endorsement from its own industry after it was shortlisted for a prestigious legal award and was recognised for their work representing some of the most vulnerable people in society. Smith Partnership, based on New Walk, received two sets of good news this month after it reached the […]
Blackpool school children hear from marine biologist and scientist who works with deadly snakes at event aimed at inspiring youngsters
CHILDREN from a Blackpool primary school heard from a marine biologist, horticulturist and a scientist who works with some of the world’s deadliest snakes, during a virtual activity aimed at showing youngsters how what they learn in the classroom can lead to an interesting and exciting future. The children, who all attend St John Vianney […]
Derby Kids’ Camp urgently seeking volunteers – and how helping at city charity led to a successful career in teaching for former city headteacher
A DERBY charity is urgently seeking volunteers so that it can provide a much-needed break to children in the city who may be living in poverty or facing challenges at home. Derby Kids’ Camp is appealing for help with this summer’s event, which will see more than 300 primary school pupils head to the Peak […]
Cosy awarded prestigious Queen’s Award for Enterprise in Platinum Jubilee year
A DERBYSHIRE company which sells ethical educational supplies to primary schools, councils and nurseries has been honoured with a prestigious Queen’s Award for Enterprise. Cosy Direct is one of 226 organisations nationally to be recognised, winning the Queen’s Award for Sustainable Development 2022 during the Queen’s Platinum Jubilee year. Announced today (Thursday, April 21) Cosy, […]
Julia and John make an award-winning start to country life after swapping suburbia for their Derbyshire holiday dream
A couple who left their suburban family home and started a brand-new life on a Derbyshire farm are celebrating after picking up two prestigious tourism awards for their luxury holiday cottages. John and Julia Hackett, owners of Manor House Farm Cottages in Sheldon, near Bakewell, have now been entered into the national Visit England Awards […]
SureScreen Diagnostics gives Matt Hancock a glimpse of the future as lateral flow tests gets set for the mainstream
A “culture change” prompted by the COVID pandemic is helping to pave the way for pioneering lateral flow tests designed to check for flu and diabetes – and Derby’s SureScreen Diagnostics is leading the way. The company outlined the plans during a visit from Matt Hancock MP, who was health secretary during the fight against […]
Derby Grammar School Appoints New Chair of Board of Governors
Andrew Gentles, Managing Director of Amgent Ltd, has been appointed Chair of Derby Grammar School’s Board of Governors. He succeeds Sarah Flear who steps down after completing her pre-determined three-year term as Chair. A business graduate and alumnus of Burton Grammar School, Andrew offers a breadth of commercial and operational experience across a range of business sectors, including leisure, hospitality and events. Previously the Managing […]
Best friends who supported each other during lockdown on their special bond – and how Derbyshire business played an important part in helping them stay in touch
A WOMAN who worked as a keyworker when the coronavirus pandemic was at its peak has thanked her best friend for supporting her, as she prepares to wed her fiancé this summer. Thirty-year-old Nicolle Davis will marry Craig Brown this summer at the Torrance Hotel, East Kilbride with best friend Claire Hamilton by her side […]