Ways To Listen
Today on Erewash Sound
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Sunday Lunch with Ciaran Shea1:00pm - 3:00pm
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The Retro Show with Mark Bennett3:00pm - 5:00pm
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Sunday Evening with Lewis Allsopp5:00pm - 9:00pm
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The Late Show with Nick Richardson9:00pm - 11:00pm
Local News
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Erewash MP launches Big Bleed Kit fundraiserIn September 2025, Adam Thompson MP will walk the length of Erewash to raise money for the installation of emergency bleed control kits in Ilkeston.
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Derby College Group T Level students celebrate outstanding resultsDerby College Group (DCG) students have once again demonstrated the power of T Levels in preparing young people for the world of work, with strong results across seven subject areas and success stories that show the value of combining classroom learning with real-world industry placements.
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Derby College Group A Level Successes 2025
Twins - Lucy and Chloe (right) Knights are celebrating today with them achieving excellent results in A Levels. With Lucy gaining Biology (B) Business (B) and Psychology (A*) and Chloe gaining Biology (c) Business (B) and Psychology (A).
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Giving Lottery Result for Saturday 16th August 2025Erewash Sound has teamed up with The Giving Lottery to give you the chance to win up to a jackpot of £25,000 by playing for just as little as £1 per week.
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Slowdown in economic growth shows the scale of challenges for businessesWeaker expansion in GDP underlines the need for supportive policies to help firms navigate tough trading conditions, East Midlands Chamber has said.
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Derby College Group celebrates exceptional A Level, T Level and BTEC results
Hundreds of Derby College Group (DCG) students have been collecting their A Level, T Level and BTEC results, marking a major milestone in their academic journeys and opening the door to exciting next steps in university, apprenticeships, and employment.
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Rolls-Royce agrees £4.3bn UK pension scheme saleRolls-Royce has agreed a deal worth £4.3 billion for the sale of its UK pension scheme as part of ongoing efforts to simplify the business.
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VJ Day commemorations across ErewashThe Borough of Erewash joined the nation in commemoration of 80 years since the victory over Japan day, known as VJ day, when Japan announced its surrender to the Allied Forces, marking the formal end of World War Two.
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Tips on Making Lasting HabitsCurves Ilkeston's coach Sally Peacock and Erewash Sound bring you tips for developing lasting habits that can improve your health and wellbeing.
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Listen Again
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VJ Day Commemorations in Long Eaton and Ilkeston with Royal British LegionJohn Sewell, President of Long Eaton Branch of the Royal British Legion, spoke to Paul Stacey on the 80th anniversary of VJ Day. John discussed the events taking place in Long Eaton and Ilkeston in remembrance of the end of the second world war. Broadcast on Erewash Sound Breakfast Show, Friday 15th August 2025.
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The Erewash Sound Business Show - 12th August 2025Emma Duthie hosts as Sally Peacock speaks to Simon Robinson from Ilkeston-based AHBS Accounting - an Erewash Sound 100 Club Business Directory member - who will be talking about the launch of 'Making Tax Digital' which is happening in April 2026. Helen Purcell will be chatting with a local school-boy Max Palfrey and his Dad Matt, who you might have seen on a recent edition of Dragon's Den, pitching for funding for his new T-shirt fitted with a fidget toy.
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Characters uncovered in Draycott and Church Wilne history! Martin and Lesley GarnettMartin and Lesley Garnett spoke to Paul Stacey about what drives them to uncover the characters and stories of the past, ahead of a bank holiday weekend exhibition for Draycott and Church Wilne History Group. Broadcast on Erewash Sound Breakfast Show, Wednesday 13th August 2025.
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Looking after your eyes and ears - Chris and Lorna from Specsavers IlkestonThe school summer holidays are a perfect opportunity to get a free NHS eye test booked for the kids - Chris and Lorna from Specsavers Ilkeston spoke to Paul Stacey about your eye and ear health. Broadcast on Erewash Sound Breakfast Show, Monday 11th August 2025.
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The Erewash Sound Business Show - 5th August 2025
Sally Peacock is in conversation with Jade Watson, a locally-based personal estate agent. Helen Purcell has another business news round up too.
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Ilkeston teacher to cycle from Lands End to John o'GroatsPeter Ennis from Ilkeston is a teacher at Friesland School Sandiacre and will be cycling from Lands End to John o'Groats to raise money for the Derbyshire Children's holiday Centre charity. Broadcast on Erewash Sound Breakfast Show, Friday 8th August 2025.
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Classic vehicles return to Ilkeston town centre for big free eventIlkeston Heritage & Classic Vehicle Show returns to the town centre for a free event on Sunday 10th August. Ian Viles from Erewash Partnership spoke to Paul Stacey about what's in store. Broadcast on Erewash Sound Breakfast Show, Wednesday 6th August 2025.
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Council Leader James Dawson chats to Paul Stacey about the Erewash Investment FundLeader of Erewash Borough Council, Councillor James Dawson continues the conversation about local government reform with Paul Stacey, along with information about the Investment Fund which has been put together by Erewash Borough Council. Broadcast on Erewash Sound Breakfast Show, Monday 4th August 2025.
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