Local Businesses
Recycling centre can cut landfill tax bills
A new £3.2 million recycling centre has opened in Somercotes.
Chamber backs speech
The Derbyshire and Nottinghamshire Chamber of Commerce has welcomed the renewed focus on economic growth in the Queen’s speech at the state opening of Parliament.
TBG takes over Acorn training
A growing adult and youth learning organisation has strengthened its presence in the East Midlands with the acquisition of a Ripley firm.
Rise in sales for chocolate maker
Chocolate-maker Thorntons has reported a rise in sales thanks to seasonal shopping.
Hope for Blockbusters stores in Ripley and Alfreton
Things are looking brighter for Blockbusters film and video game rental stores in Alfreton and Ripley –after company bosses announced plans to branch out into music and books.
Helping hand for housing
A free housing advice service is now available in Ripley to help townsfolk cope with economic pressures.
Town hall sale bid: answers called for
The decision to turn down an offer to buy Ripley Town Hall and the council headquarters next door and turn them into a care home has been met with dismay.
Heage boss rocketing his way up Rich List
John Kirkland, chairman of Heage-based construction firm Bowmer and Kirkland Group, has surged up The Sunday Times Rich List, jumping from 308th last year to 203rd.
More rock star cars on the road?
A self-styled driving instructor from Heanor says business is going so well - he could even begin franchising his Drive Like a Rockstar brand.
Rural firms invited to free energy seminar
Rural firms in Derbyshire are being invited along to two free events that can help them combat spiraling diesel, gas and electricity bills.
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Sunday 19 May 2013
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