
Fire at Grade II-listed Ilkeston building believed to have been started deliberately
The fire closed a main road in the town for hours and has significantly damaged the building
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The fire closed a main road in the town for hours and has significantly damaged the building

A busy road was brought to a halt on Wednesday morning (June 10) as residents were urged to 'avoid the area'

Police say buses will have to be diverted due to the incident

The three-storey building currently houses a gambling shop and an off-licence on the ground floor
Keep an eye on your speed, Ilkeston residents! The Derbyshire Times has released the mobile speed camera locations for June, and our town is on the list. Let's all drive safely and be mindful of these spots to help keep our roads secure.

He prised open to cash register and walked out with the money drawer
Oh dear, it's absolutely heartbreaking to hear about these reports of cruelty towards our young swans down by the Erewash Canal. Our beautiful cygnets deserve to be safe and sound, and we're all hoping for some information to come forward. Let's keep our eyes peeled and look after our local wildlife!
Well hello there, Ilkeston! We've got some interesting news coming your way that's all about our wonderful town. Stay tuned for more details!
Well, it looks like we're in for a scorcher this bank holiday weekend right here in Ilkeston! Get ready for some sunshine as temperatures are set to climb across Derbyshire. Don't forget to make the most of it!

The building has been empty since 2018, and previous attempts to sell it have been unsuccessful
After an incredible 42 years serving up the finest fish and chips, the owner of a beloved Ilkeston chippy is hanging up their apron! It's the end of an era for this local favourite, and we'll certainly miss them serving our community.
Good news for all you Robins fans out there! Futbol24 has the latest scoop on Ilkeston Town's upcoming fixtures. Get ready to cheer on our lads at the ground!
Big news for our local football scene! The management team from Hucknall Town has officially made the move to join Ilkeston. We're excited to see what this means for our club and the upcoming season!

Ilkeston local Jamie Bigg, who plays Giant on BBC Gladiators, has set the record straight
Brilliant news from Ilkeston! A local father and daughter are getting ready to show the world what they're made of in the world of calisthenics. We'll be cheering them on as they aim for glory!

The long-serving boss was found responsible for more than 25 failings and has been struck off

Jamie Bigg, known as Giant, claimed it was not his decision to step away

It is the second time the property has been targeted

A jury unanimously convicted Agnieska Lason in less than two hours
Great news for all you Robins fans out there! Futbol24 has all the latest on Ilkeston Town's current standings, upcoming matches, and recent scores. Let's get behind our lads and see how they're doing this season!