Swadlincote12 Feb 2026Green light for 187-home development in villageThe site for the plans has been described as "the last green space" in Castle Gresley.12 Feb 202610 Feb 2026Derbyshire Makes festival returns for second yearThe event will include workshops, demonstrations, performances, parades and activities for all ages.10 Feb 20269 Feb 2026Doorbell footage appeal after attempted break-insOfficers say a man or boy was trying the doors of homes, garages and vehicles.9 Feb 202628 Jan 2026Plans submitted for new £59m leisure centreIf approved, the leisure centre and office complex is expected to be completed by 2028. 28 Jan 202621 Dec 2025Delayed revamp work to close bus station for weeksSwadlincote bus station will close from 6 January 2026 and services will relocate to two temporary bus stops.21 Dec 20254 Dec 2025Parents warned about 'add everyone' WhatsApp groupPolice have issued a warning as children are added to a WhatsApp group with explicit content.4 Dec 20252 Dec 2025Plans for 187 homes set to take step forwardA council report says the plans would provide "much-needed housing" in a sustainable location.2 Dec 202525 Oct 2025Three arrested after man injured in attackDetectives are calling for anyone with CCTV or dashcam footage of the attack to come forward. 25 Oct 202522 Oct 2025Council launches plan to develop town centreCouncil leader Rob Pearson said he wanted the plan to "address the decline in town centres".22 Oct 2025...