Alvaston4 days agoWhy this school will ditch a shirt, tie and blazer from its uniformThe school says the move is practical - but it echoes a wider debate over the role of uniforms.4 days ago6 days agoSite of street gas explosion goes up for auctionThe explosion site in Eden Street will go under the hammer with a guide price of £22,000. 6 days ago29 Jan 2026Man pleads guilty to causing house explosionPaul Solway, 57, appears in court following the blast that damaged six houses in Alvaston, Derby.29 Jan 202616 Jan 2026Pork pie maker denies recipe change after backlashCustomers have said the Birds Bakery pork pie is not what it once was.16 Jan 202612 Dec 2025Man denies damaging properties in explosion casePaul Solway, 57, of no fixed abode, is set to go on trial next year, a court hears.12 Dec 202526 Nov 2025Midwife transforms green spaces for communityLouise Howell has transformed 12 spaces in Alvaston from litter-filled spots into thriving areas.26 Nov 202514 Aug 2025Man in court charged over house explosionPaul Solway, 57, appears in court following the blast which damaged three houses in Alvaston, Derby.14 Aug 20253 Aug 2025Two Sunday bus services axed over passenger numbersTwo services will cease at the end of August as part of a revision of timetables by Arriva.3 Aug 202512 Jul 2025Dropped cigarette starts fire to gardens in streetThe fire service has urged people to dispose of their cigarettes responsibly.12 Jul 2025...
