Isolated showers, some heavy and thundery, are likely this afternoon into the evening across the #EastMidlands .

❗Surface water #flood ing is possible.

🚗 Don’t be tempted to drive through #flood water. Just 30cm of water is enough to float your car - it's not worth the risk!

Beware of phishing and copycat websites when doing your tax return.

If you're pregnant, it's important to take up the #Pertussis vaccine when offered. It helps to protect your baby, #WhoopingCough can be life-threatening & require hospital treatment. nhs.uk/pregnancy/keep…

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Did you know that in the last year we've attended 327 accidental house fires in Derbyshire?

Shocking, nearly half of these were caused by cooking! 🍳

Avoid any #KitchenNightmares of your own by following our safety tips ➡️ ow.ly/ljQ250RQUky

A campaign has been launched to promote the often overlooked area of rural Erewash to local residents and those living and working in East Derby and West Nottingham.

From farms serving delicious local produce to accessible canal walks, Visit Erewash aims to highlight what there

A quest to rid an Erewash town of a major eyesore has taken a giant leap forward – with an announcement by the borough council that it has bought Long Eaton’s derelict Galaxy cinema.

The news – which follows painstaking negotiations – avoids a long drawn-out compulsory purchase

The Wild about Erewash FAQs have been updated on our website based on questions you've been asking.

🌼Head to: erewash.gov.uk/parks-and-gard…

🚨New scam alert🚨

⚠️Watch out for these FAKE solar panel emails. We have received over 900 reports about these emails designed to steal your personal and financial details.

✅Report suspicious emails by forwarding them to [email protected]

ℹ️ Your reports enable us to

A fresh boost to community groups and voluntary organisations across Erewash has been launched by the borough council – which is offering to help them out with fast funding grants of up to £1,500.

The authority is keen to recognise the vital role of people who give up their time

Three days of children’s activities have been lined up at Erewash Museum as half-term looms – including the chance for them to learn about World War Two in the run-up to the 80th anniversary of D-Day.

Youngsters will get to hear about a local mum whose brave husband was taken

Live in Ilkeston & free this eve? (23 May) What improvements should be made to active travel inc walking, cycling, scooting, mobility scooter or wheelchair? Drop-in session at Arena Church 3pm - 7pm. Give your views & find out more. Or do online survey. derbyshire.gov.uk/council/news-e…

Revellers have just a day left to enter a float in Erewash’s biggest carnival parade – as the borough council confirmed the annual road closures.

The theme for this year’s Long Eaton spectacular is “That’s Entertainment”.

Carnival weekend kicks off on Friday 7 June with live

It continues to be very wet across the #Midlands today.

Do not drive through #flood water as just 30cm is sufficient to move your car.

Flood alerts & warnings have been issued.

Check your flood risk👇

❗gov.uk/check-flooding

🚨 SCAM ALERT! 🚨

We’ve identified a new scam on X involving some accounts impersonating HMRC or our customer service advisers.

❌ We'll never ask for personal or bank information via social media.

✅Our only accounts on X are HM Revenue & Customs, HMRC Customer Support, and HMRC Press Office.

🧒 Is your teenager staying in education or training?

✉️ From this week, parents will receive reminders to extend their Child Benefit.

📱 When you get your letter – scan the QR code to update your claim online or click below for more information ⬇️

gov.uk/child-benefit-…

Did you know that it's National Smile Month?

Join the smile squad.

🪥For tips and advice on keeping your child's teeth in top condition head to derbyshire.gov.uk/oralhealth