The Morton Parish Council website includes the contact details for reporting 32 different issues, including abandoned vehicles, a dead animal in the road, blocked roadside drains, empty grit bins, litter, missing street signs and fly-tipping.
A distraction burglary occurred on Hallfieldgate Lane, Shirland, today at around 1.55pm.
One male offender came to the door and stated he was fitting fencing at the bottom of the garden. He showed the resident where and during this time another offender has entered and searched within.
He is described as being white, around 5’5” tall, thin build, clean shaven, wearing a cap. He arrived in a white van with ladders on the top.
If you have any information or saw anything suspicious contact the Derbyshire Constabulary on 101 quoting incident number 451 of March 19.
Our crime rates in Morton are usually very low. However there have been two burglaries in Morton and one theft from a vehicle in the last few weeks. You can reduce the risks of a burglary / theft by following the advice given on the police website.
The next meeting of Morton’s Neighbourhood Watch Scheme will take place in the Rectory Room at 7.30 pm on Monday 11th March. All are welcome. Please can along and support your Neighbourhood Watch Scheme.
A Morton pub is hosting an X-Factor style open day to find a painter and decorator to carry out its £5,000 makeover. The Corner Pin, on Station Road, was awarded the business boosting makeover after winning the ‘Paint and a Pint’ competition set up by one of the UK’s leading paint brands, Glidden Trade.
The Special Constabulary recruits people of all ages and backgrounds, but there are a few basic criteria that people need to meet if they want to join. They must be in good health, of good character and at least 18 years old to apply.
The ITV1 Antiques programme, Secret Dealers, is currently in production for the fourth series of the show and are looking for people with a passion for collecting to apply to be on the programme. They are looking to film in Derbyshire.
WHEN: From 4 March 2013 to 15 March 2013, between 09:00hrs and 15:00hrs each day.
WHERE: Pilsley Road / Morton Road, Pilsley between its junctions with Church Street and B6014 Station Road.
Police are reminding the public and shop workers to be vigilant against counterfeit notes after several incidents of counterfeit notes being used in the Alfreton area on Thursday 7 February.
Police are offering advice on doorstep sellers and traders in a bid to help prevent crime and offer reassurance to residents. While it is not illegal to sell goods door to door, sellers must carry a police issued Pedlar’s Certificate, which shows the crest of the police force where it was issued, the name of the officer that approved it and the name and details of the seller.
The Derbyshire Lives research project aims to look at the experiences of local people living through the world wars in Derbyshire. They’ll be encouraging local people to get in touch with them and share their own stories.
A 27-year-old man has died after his motorcycle was in collision with a lorry on the A61 near Shirland. Police are investigating the circumstances of the collision and are appealing for witnesses to contact PC Paul Moorcroft of the collision investigation unit police 01773 572929.