Independent drinks startup Virtus Brands set to grow its market reach as it ties up Parfetts distribution deal
West Midlands independent drinks startup Virtus Brands has taken a major step in expanding its UK sales after signing a deal with leading wholesalers Parfetts. The Dudley-based firm, which manufactures and distributes 15 drinks brands including its high-selling Jatt Life ultra-premium vodka, has joined Parfetts’ drop shipping scheme, giving it access to 1,000 independent retailers […]
Derby schools receive nearly £1 million to improve buildings
Four schools in Derby have gained nearly £1million in Government money
Time for tea – Students welcome residents for afternoon of cake at Derby school
Pearl and Brian Foster, both 87, with Will Hulse and Cerys Hills
Young bakers, makers and growers across Nottinghamshire invited to showcase their talents at the county show
Organisers are hoping for a bumper crop of entries into Nottinghamshire County Show’s popular rural crafts competition after they contacted schools across the region inviting young bakers, makers and growers to take part. The Newark and Notts Agricultural Society, which is hosting the show at Newark Showground on May 11, got in touch with dozens […]
Derby expert says inflation rates fall and new financial year should prompt SMEs to release the marketing budget handbrake
Growing economic confidence and a new financial year means now is the time for business-to-business SMEs to increase their marketing spend, according to a Midlands industry expert. Will Williamson, director of Derby-based digital marketing firm JDR Group, which works with more than 500 SMEs across the country, says companies could miss out on making money […]
Students plant 400 trees in memory of teacher who died suddenly
Lees Brook Academy students have planted 400 trees to create “Hunter’s Forest” in memory of a former assistant principal who died suddenly aged just 35. The trees, donated by the Woodland Trust as part of its tree pack scheme to improve green spaces, were planted by 400 students – all of Years 7 and 8, […]
Deaf teenager’s documentary screening now on Channel 4
A FILM based on the experiences of a deaf teenager who came to live in the city after fleeing war torn Iraq is being shown on Channel 4 free of charge for the first time. Lawand Hamadamin, who attends Royal School for the Deaf Derby, is the star of the award-winning film Name Me Lawand […]
Baker Kathryn plans to defend her title at the Nottinghamshire County Show
A mum-of-two who won a Nottinghamshire County Show baking competition after she took part in memory of her mother is practicing hard as she prepares to defend her crown later this year. Kathryn Davies, from Southwell, dedicated her rosette-winning performance at last year’s county show to her late mother, Mary, a cookery teacher who inspired […]
Tech firm Barron McCann and Milly Green distribute 1,600 bamboo cups to Derby charities so they can enjoy a brew or two
A DERBY firm has helped spread the message about saving the planet by handing out 1,600 bamboo-fibre cups to local charities and organisations – with help from British homeware company Milly Green. Family-owned Barron McCann, which provides IT services to customers throughout the UK and Europe, handed out the eco-friendly cups created by Milly Green […]
Derbyshire charity tees off children’s holidays in 2024 backed with more than £10,000 raised by golfers
A much-loved children’s charity has teed off for its 2024 holiday season backed with more than £10,000 raised by Derbyshire golfers. Parents have waved off their children as the first busload of primary-aged pupils set off on holiday to Skegness with the re-opening of the Derbyshire Children’s Holiday Centre for its 2024 season in March. […]