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Most recent Mighty life-like dinosaurs return to Derby city centre this July A herd of life-like prehistoric beasts will be stomping back into Derby city centre this summer — and it’s set to be dino-mite!

Published 08/07/2026

Meet the Derby sergeant helping to keep the city safe

Fighting crime and keeping people safe is exactly why Sergeant Jamie Millard joined Derbyshire Constabulary at the age of 20.

Published 07/07/2026

Funeral director Frank Rigby celebrates 45 years at Derby’s longest established family-owned firm

A Derby funeral director who helped arrange the final farewell for English actor Sir Alan Bates, led a procession featuring stormtroopers and Darth Vader, and helped a family secure permission for a loved one to be buried in her favourite paddock is celebrating 45 years in the profession.

Published 22/06/2026

Free Sadler Gate street party returns to Derby this summer

A free all-day street party celebrating one of Derby’s best-loved historic streets is returning this summer.

Published 15/06/2026

Derby street cleaner wins award and meets The King after years of keeping city centre tidy

A Derby street cleaner who says keeping the city tidy is his “dream job” has been recognised for his dedication — and even met The King.

Published 09/06/2026

Derby is set to celebrate Great Big Green Week this June with a free city centre event organised by St Peters Quarter Business Improvement District.

The week-long programme will include activities across Derby, including work in the Cathedral Quarter to refresh and replant flower boxes and flower beds.

Published 01/06/2026

New independent cafe Sugar Loaf set to open on Ashbourne Road in Derby

A new independent cafe inspired by Derby’s historic tea and coffee trade is set to open on Ashbourne Road later this year.

Published 14/05/2026

Derby Cathedral concert to raise funds for First Steps ED charity

OperaBabes will headline a major charity concert at Derby Cathedral in aid of First Steps ED, raising funds for eating disorder support services.

Published 11/05/2026