Photos of Morton Gala

Photos of the 2014 Morton Gala are now on the website.

Superfast broadband is coming to the rest of Morton before the end of 2014

Superfast broadband is already available to much of Morton (for those houses served by the Tibshelf exchange). The rest of Morton (served by the Clay Cross exchange) will have superfast broadband available by the end of 2014 according to BT Openreach.

Have your say on possible changes to street lights

Residents are being urged to have their say on possible changes to the way street lights across Derbyshire are maintained.

DCC crisis fund set to strengthen further over coming months

A fund which supports local people and families at times of crisis with emergency cash payments and grants is to be improved and extended by Derbyshire County Council.

Burglary on Main Road, Morton

A burglary occurred at a business on Main Road, Morton, on Thursday 29th May around 4.50am.

The offender smashed the glass in a rear door to gain access. The alarm activated but scratch cards were taken from within.

If you have any information or saw anything suspicious contact the North Wingfield, Pilsley, Stonebroom and Shirland Safer Neighbourhood Policing Team on 101, quoting crime number 22032/14.

Sign up now for new summer term of adult education courses

Derbyshire County Council is taking enrolments for this summer with their Adult Community Education Service.

Speeding - a partnership approach to tackling this thorny issue

“That’s the hardest thing I have ever had to endure. Listen whilst a child advises me about my behaviour and how it can have such a devastating impact on the lives of those affected by it. This has become a most sobering experience. Keep up the good work!”

Attempted theft of fuel - Church Lane

An attempted theft of fuel occurred from vehicles on Church Lane, Morton overnight between Monday 10th and Tuesday 11th March.

Advice about scarlet fever

Public health officials are warning parents to look out for the symptoms of scarlet fever in their children.

Advice on shed and outbuilding security

Police are advising residents to be alert following a number of thefts from sheds and outbuildings across the Chesterfield, Bolsover, North East Derbyshire and Amber Valley areas.

Internet dating fraud

Police are encouraging the public to take extra steps to protect themselves online following reports of internet dating fraud as part of a forcewide initiative.

Sale of mattresses door-to-door

Derbyshire County Council’s Trading Standards Service have received numerous complaints from members of the public regarding the sale of mattresses door-to-door.