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Carer stole thousands from vulnerable clients to pay for 'hopeless' son's drugs
Michelle Ryan was snared by a secret camera which caught her in the act
Derbyshire Live - Long Eaton3 months ago
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The Long Eaton special needs school that's getting young people into work
Employment opportunities for people with learning disabilities locally remain significantly lower than the national average
Derbyshire Live - Long Eaton3 months ago
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New bridge’s opening is scorcher for Mayor
A new bridge that spares residents a half-mile trek to get to the other side of their town’s canal has officially opened – with a ceremonial crossing of it by Erewash’s Mayor on the hottest day of the...
News - Long Eaton - Latest and archives - Erewash Sound 3 months ago
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Appeal for information following robbery in Long Eaton
Police officers in Long Eaton are appealing for information following a robbery in the town. The incident happened shortly after a man aged in his 60s and a woman in her 70s, who is a wheelchair user,...
News - Long Eaton - Latest and archives - Erewash Sound 3 months ago
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Major Derbyshire commuter route closed for year in 'unacceptable' planning breach
Regeneration of the former Stanton Ironworks was supposed to include a new cycleway before units were occupied
Derbyshire Live - Long Eaton3 months ago
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Young talent shines as LEOS Youth Group celebrates multiple NODA wins and Derby Eagle Award nominations
LEOS Youth Group is celebrating success after scooping multiple awards and nominations at the prestigious National Operatic and Dramatic Association (NODA) Awards and securing further recognition at t...
News - Long Eaton - Latest and archives - Erewash Sound 3 months ago
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CrossCountry celebrates International Women in Engineering Day with Derbyshire engineer leading major fleet improvement programmes
A Derbyshire engineer who “just enjoyed making things” explains how she came to oversee the refurbishment of an entire train fleet, as CrossCountry marks International Women in Engineering Day (IWED)...
News - Long Eaton - Latest and archives - Erewash Sound 3 months ago
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Volunteer of the Year 2026 – Erewash Voluntary Action
Pete Pheasant is used to writing stories about other people winning awards but recently, he became a recipient of an award himself. The retired journalist has been named volunteer of the Year by Erewa...
News - Long Eaton - Latest and archives - Erewash Sound 3 months ago
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Long Eaton man jailed after vehicle stop, pursuit and criminal damage
A Long Eaton man has been jailed after what turned out to be a complex incident in the town centre earlier this year. On 17th February 2026, police officers from the Derbyshire Constabulary Proactive...
News - Long Eaton - Latest and archives - Erewash Sound 3 months ago
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Top achievers shine at Long Eaton-based firm’s hair awards
A Long Eaton-based hair salon franchising company has celebrated the achievements of its top performing teams and individuals by coming together with VIP guests at the Group’s sparkling annual award c...
News - Long Eaton - Latest and archives - Erewash Sound 3 months ago
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'Shabby but sacred' Long Eaton church eyeing more visitors for uses beyond worship
The 150-year-old Christ Church Methodist Church says most people only go inside for an occasional wedding or funeral
Derbyshire Live - Long Eaton3 months ago
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Erewash church gets a new lease of life
An historic Derbyshire church is eyeing a new future to preserve the “shabby but sacred” building and bring more people inside. The 150-year-old Christ Church Methodist Church in Derby Road, Long Eato...
News - Long Eaton - Latest and archives - Erewash Sound 3 months ago
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Local support group brings comfort and connection to families facing MND
Local families affected by Motor Neurone Disease (MND) are finding vital support, connection and comfort at Mollie;s – a dedicated group based in Risley. The group welcomes anyone affected by MND, inc...
News - Long Eaton - Latest and archives - Erewash Sound 3 months ago
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The two brave girls who will be treated like royalty at Long Eaton's carnival
The girls are both battling diseases and will have their 'dream day' with gowns and a limousine
Derbyshire Live - Long Eaton3 months ago
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Full list of road closures for annual Long Eaton carnival parade
The parade is set to wind through the town centre before ending at West Park
Derbyshire Live - Long Eaton3 months ago
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First win since Renters Rights Act for Long Eaton pets advocacy charity
When a person known publicly only as Ms A asked her landlord if she could have a cat in her flat she was told: “One-bedroom flats are too small for pets.” Suspecting that this might not be the case, a...
News - Long Eaton - Latest and archives - Erewash Sound 3 months ago
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Carnival’s ‘royal’ salute for two brave little girls
The red carpet will be rolled out for two brave little girls this weekend – as the thrilled pair are treated as “royals” for a day at Erewash’s biggest carnival. A spectacular parade of floats will st...
News - Long Eaton - Latest and archives - Erewash Sound 3 months ago
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'Disposals' of Derbyshire care homes begins after facilities emptied and failed sales
All eight care homes which had been put up for sale by Derbyshire County Council have now been vacated
Derbyshire Live - Long Eaton3 months ago
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Motorists warned to check documents after vehicle is seized in Long Eaton
Derbyshire Police officials have issued a warning to motorists to ensure that they are legally entitled to drive and that their documents are up to date. The statement comes after officers seized a ve...
News - Long Eaton - Latest and archives - Erewash Sound 3 months ago
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Historic Long Eaton social club demolition approved despite privacy concerns
The former Embassy social club is set to be demolished and replaced with a three-storey block of flats
Derbyshire Live - Long Eaton3 months ago