Alfreton6 Oct 2026NHS supply lorry drivers to strike in pay disputeDrivers who deliver medical equipment to hospitals across England reject a 4% pay increase.6 Oct 20263 Oct 2026Playground still 'like a building site' one year onDerbyshire County Council says two companies are currently costing up repairs.3 Oct 20261 Oct 2026Bin lorry dumps flaming load on to streetCrews from Alfreton and Ripley wearing breathing equipment hosed down the fire.1 Oct 202628 Sept 2026Shock and sadness after popular tree is felledThe tree was loved by local people for its unusual U-shaped lower branch.28 Sept 202628 Sept 2026Bridge repair planned after nine-month lane closureThe roundabout over the A38 in Alfreton has been in need of repairs since January.28 Sept 202612 Sept 2026Council to let grass grow to ease nature emergencyMowing will be reduced in places such as Alfreton, Belper, Heanor and Ripley.12 Sept 202610 Sept 2026Mechanical fault believed to have caused fireAmber Valley Borough Council says it has been able to reopen the affected area of the park. 10 Sept 20267 Sept 2026Van driver dies after being hit by car on main roadA van driver left his vehicle following a crash and was hit by a car, police said.7 Sept 202616 Aug 2026Fire breaks out on town's ancient meadowsFour crews are at Denefields near to Matlock town centre fighting a fire in the open.16 Aug 2026...
