Education and Training News & Updates
Many businesses across Heanor and Ripley have taken advantage of the grants and funding available to employ apprentices. Now the Government is planning significant changes to the way the training for these apprentices is delivered. Find out more here...
- 29th July 2013
Children from Cottingham C of E Primary School are celebrating after bringing home the Welland Valley Athletics Championships trophy
- 24th July 2013
Did you know that all 3 and 4 year olds in Heanor and Ripley are entitled to completely FREE childcare? Read on to find out where and when and how you can get hold of yours...
- 23rd July 2013
Most of the world waited with baited breath to catch the first glimpse of the Duke and Duchess of Cambridge's Baby Boy. Research from Nikon however, reveals that most UK mums are unhappy with the first pictures of them and their new born and share some top tips for newborn photography.
- 22nd July 2013
There's something for everyone in our new season of adult education courses.
- 6th July 2013
If last year was the summer of sport, this year should be known as the summer of music! There's an amazing line up of concerts by top artists including Robbie Williams, Rihanna and Bruce Springsteen and a cracking Glastonbury and Download Festival, as well as great local gigs and music including our very own Ripley Music Festival, which kicked off last week.
With all this music surrounding us, you might be inpired to start your own band... but is it as easy as it sounds?
A Shrewsbury care company has enjoyed an influx of new care staff over the last three months helping to look after more clients and in a more efficient manner.
Wondering what to do with the kids over the summer holidays? Why not consider something different this year, and give them a summer of fun at one of the great summer schools that will be running across our local area during July and August?
A Shrewsbury-based marketing business and new Shropshire Chamber member has launched a unique service to help local SMEs grow their exposure and sales through social media.
Shrewsbury based language tutor, Suzi Rixon discusses her joy of foreign language and asks Why learn a foreign language?