HeadHigh event is Fundamental in tackling mental health issues
A festival of food, music and fun for all the family is returning to Derby city centre this summer, bringing the community together to raise awareness around mental health and tackle the taboos that surround it. The bi-annual Fundamental event, organised by mental health support organisation HeadHigh, will take place on July 5, on Cathedral […]
Derby tech firm Alton Valley celebrates national award win and multiple award nominations
Staff at Derby-based technology firm Alton Valley are celebrating after winning a national award for delivering the best IT service in the UK. The Pride Park company, which provides market-leading technology products and services to businesses nationwide, was named Best IT Service at the 2025 Small Business Awards – a ceremony that honours companies demonstrating […]
Leading tech firm Barron McCann inspires Derby pupils with hands-on career experience
A leading tech business that provides IT services across the UK and Europe, has opened its doors to local students in a bid to inspire the city’s next generation of professionals. The company welcomed 15 pupils from The Bemrose School for a dedicated employer engagement day – an initiative designed to support students who may […]
Pupils return from China with stories, friendships and a love for their own schools
Pupils from two Derby primary schools have returned from a once-in-a-lifetime trip to China with a fresh appreciation for the relaxed and nurturing atmosphere of their own classrooms. Twenty-four Year 5 pupils from Firs Primary and Griffe Field Primary – both part of Derby Diocesan Academy Trust (DDAT) – travelled to Hefei through the Global […]
M&S hackers’ cyber success will encourage more attacks, warns digital expert
The recent cyber-attacks on some of the UK’s best-known retailers will only encourage more hackers to target companies’ websites, a Derby digital marketer has warned. Will Williamson, a director at Derby-based JDR Group, says the attacks on retailers Marks and Spencer’s, Harrod’s and Co-op have proven how easy it is for hackers to bring down […]
Wartime lessons and lunches bring history to life for VE Day celebrations
A Derby school stepped back in time to honour the heroes of the past and give pupils a taste of life during wartime Britain. Staff and pupils at The Bemrose School got into the spirit of VE Day by dressing up, tucking into traditional wartime food and taking part in a day of themed lessons […]
Stanley Common pupils step back in time for VE Day celebrations
A Derbyshire school turned back the clock to mark VE Day, giving pupils a glimpse into life during wartime Britain and paying tribute to those who lived through it. Children and staff at Stanley Common Church of England Primary School, in Belper Road – part of the Derby Diocesan Academy Trust (DDAT) – embraced the […]
A decade of dedication as Amanda celebrates 10 years as a funeral arranger
A FUNERAL arranger who gave up a career in the NHS to help families pay their respects to their loved ones is celebrating 10 years in the role – and says it’s still her dream job. Amanda Outram, who works at Gillotts Funeral Directors at its home in Abbot Street, Heanor, spends her days supporting […]
Leicester four-year-old with cerebral palsy wins Children of Courage award for charity fundraising
A Leicester four-year-old with cerebral palsy is going from strength to strength in 2025 after winning a major award for fundraising – and welcoming a new baby brother! Leicester’s Lola James, four, has been winning hearts for several years now due to her determination to take on physical challenges and raise money for charities that […]
Specialist education centre opens at Borrow Wood Primary School
Borrow Wood Primary School in Spondon is celebrating the opening of its new Enhanced Resource Facility (ERF) to provide specialist education for children with communication and interaction needs, such as autism. The centre opened following the Easter break at the school on Arundel Drive and will cater for up to 20 children. Zoe Fletcher, Head […]