Home and Family News & Updates
Thousands of us are about to jet off on our summer hols for a bit of rest and relaxation. But whilst we're enjoying the sun sea and sangria, will someone else being enjoying the contents of our homes...? In our latest blog, Derbyshire Police give us some useful tips for keeping your home safe whilst you're away!
- 3rd June 2013
Schools across Heanor and Ripley are reporting an increase in cases of head lice; do you know what to look for and how to treat them?
- 22nd May 2013
Residents in Derbyshire are invited to fight back against fake lotteries, get rich quick schemes and bogus prize draws. The 11 day Scamnesty project started on 20th May and runs until the end of the month.
Following the serious outbreak of measles in South Wales, Derbyshire County Council are urging all local parents to get their children vaccinated against this potentially deadly disease.
- 22nd May 2013
Ripley's Lons Infant School are celebrating after a successful outcome in a recent government inspection.
- 9th May 2013
If you need help with a housing problem, got a dispute with your landlord or are facing potential eviction, there is a new service in Ripley that can help you.
- 6th April 2013
When it comes to improving our homes in Heanor and Ripley, many of us dream of a fantastic new conservatory, or beautiful new windows. But there are so many different companies out there, and all seem to have offers and deals which look too good to miss!
Yes its important to get the most for your money, and in these difficult times, you may be tempted by the cheapest price, but read on for some vital tips from the UK's Most Loved Double Glazing Business that could save you thousands of pounds on your investment...
- 8th March 2013
Following a spate of incidents recently across our area, all Amber Valley residents are being encouraged to report anything they see to police, even if they feel it may be trivial or are worried they are wasting the police's time. It might just make a difference!
- 15th February 2013
It's been the subject of much speculation over the last months and even years, but the doors finally opened today at McDonalds in Langley Mill.
- 12th February 2013
It's the school holidays again and many of us have already started planning loads of activities to keep our kids entertained throughout next week.
To help you with this, we've got a full round up of Half Term Activities across our area so you can work out what to do and where to go around Heanor and Ripley this February...