Ripley and Heanor News - Business Feed

Move to help young jobless

Wed, 22 May 2013 08:08:23 GMT

Unemployed youngsters from the Alfreton area are being urged to take part in a Prince’s Trust course aimed at improving their confidence and motivation.

Chamber backs speech

Fri, 10 May 2013 14:15:39 GMT

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

Fri, 10 May 2013 09:55:59 GMT

A growing adult and youth learning organisation has strengthened its presence in the East Midlands with the acquisition of a Ripley firm.

Recycling centre can cut landfill tax bills

Fri, 10 May 2013 09:03:43 GMT

A new £3.2 million recycling centre has opened in Somercotes.

Rise in sales for chocolate maker

Mon, 06 May 2013 17:28:02 GMT

Chocolate-maker Thorntons has reported a rise in sales thanks to seasonal shopping.

Hope for Blockbusters stores in Ripley and Alfreton

Mon, 06 May 2013 17:27:24 GMT

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

Fri, 03 May 2013 11:04:03 GMT

A free housing advice service is now available in Ripley to help townsfolk cope with economic pressures.

Bridal business opens

Fri, 26 Apr 2013 11:01:12 GMT

A new bridal shop has opened its doors in Ripley.

Town hall sale bid: answers called for

Fri, 26 Apr 2013 10:59:57 GMT

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

Thu, 25 Apr 2013 14:43:06 GMT

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.

Win a tattoo by top professional

Thu, 25 Apr 2013 08:56:18 GMT

A Heanor tattoo parlour has welcomed a new artist to its fold.