Derby Evening Telegraph

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Tickets have gone on sale for a credit crunch fashion show. The event, organised by Specsavers in Westfield, in aid of in aid of Age Concern will be held at the Polish Club and Catholic Centre, in Kedleston Road, from 7.30pm on Friday.

People Should Have a Say On Scrapping City's Cctv Cameras

A Group of councillors asked to review plans to remove CCTV cameras in some areas of Derby will recommend that the public is consulted about the decision. Plans to scrap 26 CCTV cameras across the city came close to being approved at a council cabinet meeting last month, but were postponed after leader Councillor Hilary Jones admitted there had not been enough consultation.

Four Artists in Frame As Vote Looms

Alvaston residents will choose the artist who produces a piece of work for the district centre. Derby City Council will hold an exhibition between 11am and 3pm on Saturday, at Alvaston Library, by four artists who will be available to discuss their proposals.

Dancers Take a Bow at School

A Derbyshire secondary school has staged its first dance show. Although Alfreton Grange Arts College, formerly Mortimer Wilson School, is famed for its musicals, pupils have never showcased dance.

Tv Ghost-Hunter to Visit Hospital

A Television ghost-hunter will visit a Derby hospital. Phil Whyman, of Living TV's Most Haunted programme, will visit Derbyshire Royal Infirmary - renamed as London Road Community Hospital from today. He will host a ghost hunt on Friday, July 17.

Support From Tragic Families

Cyclists taking on a 1,200-mile tour to raise awareness of asbestos-related diseases have been greeted in Derby by people who have been exposed to the deadly dust and their families. Asbestos fibres get into the lungs and, often decades later, can lead to the incurable cancer mesothelioma.

Mp Praises City Uni During Visit

The Government's East Midlands Minister has praised the University of Derby's efforts to help jobs and businesses during the credit crunch. Phil Hope made his remarks during a visit to the university's Kedleston Road campus.

Nine in 10 Food Outlets Meet Hygiene Standards

Statistics released by Derbyshire Dales District Council show more than 90% of businesses are meeting food hygiene standards. Within the Dales, 525 of the 563 inspected businesses achieved at least two stars and 400 scored three stars or higher.

Serving Personnel and Veterans Join Forces to Remember

A Former soldier said it was a "great honour" to carry his regiment's standard at an annual remembrance service. Alex Hamilton was speaking ahead of a ceremony at the National Memorial Arboretum yesterday, where serving soldiers and veterans of the Royal Tank Regiment joined forces to remember fallen comrades.

Track for Walkers, Cyclists and Riders Opens in Forest

A Cycle and walking track through the heart of the National Forest has been opened. The five-mile circular route is surfaced for most its length and there are shorter loops which can be followed.

Three Generations of a Family Win Awards for Poppy Appeal

Three generations of a Littleover family have won awards for their dedication to the Poppy Appeal. Between them, 91-year-old Iris Roome, her daughter, Dorothy Anstee, and Dorothy's daughter, Judy Parkin, have spent 70 years selling poppies across Derby.

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Five years Margaret Attenborough Sonia Botham Jessica Griffiths Kenneth Mellors Graham Morley Ian Page Glynis Williamson Ten years Neville Brown Dave Greenway Jackie Herlihy Mo Holmes Beryl Hurst Harry Lightfoot Andrew Parkin Judy Parkin Dorothy Pemberton Frank Stanley Eileen Smith

Hundreds Expected in City for Coeliac Care Gathering

Hundreds of people from across the UK are expected in Derby for a national health conference. Coeliac UK, the national charity for people with coeliac disease, will hold its annual conference on Saturday, July 11, at the University of Derby.

New Names for City's Hospitals

Derby's hospitals have today been renamed following an 11-year, multi-million-pound project to transfer all major services to one site. Derby City General Hospital is now Royal Derby Hospital and houses most departments, including casualty and intensive care.

Dead Fish Found in Trent Following Heavy Storms

Dead fish have been found in the River Trent following heavy rain over parts of the UK last the weekend. It is believed run-off from urban areas, as well as over-spill from the sewerage system, caused the amount of oxygen in the water to reduce, suffocating the fish.

Policewoman Made Threats to Former Lover, Court Told

A Lesbian policewoman allegedly waged a year-long campaign of harassment against her former lover and colleague. Diane Reeves-Emery, 38, allegedly targeted her ex-partner, Charlotte Eccles, 23, with scores of abusive texts - and threatening to stab her.

Major, 90, Who Was Bursar Dies

The former bursar of a Derbyshire girl's school has died at the age of 90. Major Jack Bazzard, who won the Military Cross in Italy during fierce fighting in 1944, took up post at St Elphin's School in 1958, after he retired from the army.

Police Search Kids for Weapons

Teenagers believed to be involved in gangs are being searched for weapons as part of a police crackdown. Officers from Operation Redshank - which was set up in response to a series of firearms incidents in Derby between December 2007 and December 2008 - are patrolling the streets of Allenton.

Talking About Corner Plans

The cost and details of setting up a speakers' corner in Derby are to be investigated by council officers. At a full meeting of Derby City Council, Boulton ward councillor Ranjit Banwait proposed the idea of a speakers' corner in an effort to encourage public speaking and open debate.