Latest news from Love Derby

Updates and stories from the local community.

Derby’s longest-established family funeral directors says a ‘proper goodbye’ can help families grieve

Derby’s longest-established family-owned funeral directors is encouraging families to talk openly about death, grief and end-of-life wishes, warning that direct cremations can sometimes leave loved ones with regret.

5 May 2026

Derby Arena celebrates student’s inspiring return to cycling after life-threatening crash

Derby Arena is celebrating the remarkable recovery of University of Derby student Lewis Fletcher, who has returned to cycling just 19 months after a life-threatening BMX accident.

24 Apr 2026

Derby restaurant shortlisted in ‘Curry Oscars’ as diners hail it among the city centre’s best

A Derby restaurant shortlisted in the so-called ‘Curry Oscars’ is continuing to win over diners with glowing Tripadvisor and Google reviews.

20 Apr 2026

Derby charity secures funding to help get more fridges and freezers into homes after crisis

A Derby charity has secured new funding to help more local people access safe, affordable fridges and freezers after facing crisis.

10 Apr 2026

Casamia Homes teams up with premium suppliers for luxury Derbyshire developments

Casamia Homes has unveiled a series of premium supplier partnerships as it prepares to launch its latest luxury developments, The Firs in Allestree and Black Fir Farm in Dalbury Lees.

30 Mar 2026

BID Ranger receives award for 16 years of service – after walking 40,000 miles around Derby

A Cathedral Quarter Ranger who has walked an incredible 40,000 miles while patrolling the streets of Derby has received a long service award.

25 Mar 2026

Timms Solicitors announces three Senior Associate promotions

Timms Solicitors is delighted to announce three senior promotions across the firm as part of its continued growth and commitment to developing talent from within.

11 Mar 2026

Derby charity opens community shop in Derby's new Market Hall

A Derby charity which works tirelessly to end food insecurity in the city is opening a community shop, which includes a school uniform hub, in Derby’s new Market Hall.

9 Mar 2026

Casamia Homes unveils two luxury residential developments in Derbyshire and launches new website

Derbyshire-based housebuilder Casamia Homes has unveiled its new website and announced two high-quality residential developments in sought-after locations across the county.

18 Feb 2026

Triple appointment for growing Derby-based PR agency

Derby-based PR and communications agency Nielsen McAllister has strengthened its team with three new appointments as it continues to grow its client portfolio.

10 Feb 2026

New Derby Book Helps Children Cope With Loss

Staff at Derby’s longest-established family-owned funeral directors has written a gentle new book designed to help children cope with the death of a loved one.

5 Feb 2026

Derby’s Bridge the Gap launches £50k appeal to help families access early emotional support

A Bridge the Gap organisation supporting children with early intervention and emotional education has announced plans to raise £50,000 to help families across Derby.

2 Feb 2026