Alfreton8 days agoCouncil decides against increasing car park feesParking charges across 26 pay-and-display car parks in Amber Valley will remain the same.8 days ago5 Apr 2026Plans to turn former wedding venue into schoolKingdom Christian School plans to move staff and pupils from its current home to Alfreton Hall.5 Apr 202629 Mar 2026Ukrainian teen to play final match before going homeIvan fled Ukraine with his mum in 2022 and has become an U13 football star in Derbyshire.29 Mar 202622 Mar 2026Village library to remain closed until June 2027The temporary closure is in place while Somerlea Park Junior School is redeveloped.22 Mar 202622 Mar 2026Play areas set to reopen after refurbishmentAmber Valley Borough Council is improving parks in Belper, Alfreton, Ripley and Heanor.22 Mar 202627 Feb 2026Three towns prepare joint UK Town of Culture bidThe councils say they want to "highlight a story of rebellion, industry, and community".27 Feb 202623 Feb 2026Flats plan announced for bank following closureThe bank was one of eight Derbyshire NatWest sites earmarked for closure in 2025.23 Feb 202614 Feb 2026A38 northbound reopens after three-vehicle collisionA stretch of the northbound carriageway was closed while emergency services dealt with the collision.14 Feb 20267 Feb 2026I was fined £70 after a pothole burst my tyreThe penalty was issued by the same council that is responsible for fixing potholes in Derbyshire.7 Feb 2026...