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DEMENTIA FRIENDLY WALKS

Walks designed for those living with Dementia and their loved ones will begin at Victoria Park in Ilkeston this month. The walks, organised by Erewash Borough Council’s Sport and Health Development team, are an ideal opportunity for individuals with Dementia to spend quality time with their loved ones and enjoy the benefits of light outdoor exercise.

The Dementia friendly walks take place on Wednesday 17th August, Wednesday 31st August and Wednesday 14th September. Residents should meet at the entrance gates of Victoria Park, Ilkeston at 1pm. It is estimated to be a 30 minute stroll, however walkers can take as long as they need.  Participants can go at their own pace and will be led by qualified walk leaders. The walks are short, accessible and wheelchair-friendly. Refreshments will be available afterwards.

After the above dates, the Dementia friendly walks will alternate to West Park, Long Eaton, to allow everybody in the borough the opportunity to attend. Information on upcoming walks will be added to the Facebook page facebook.com/activeerewash as updates are ongoing. Councillor Paul Maginnis, Lead member for Health and Wellbeing at Erewash Borough Council, says:

“Dementia friendly walks are a fantastic idea! All members of the community deserve the opportunity for exercise, spending time outdoors and with loved ones. These walks will allow those in Erewash with Dementia to enjoy peaceful strolls tailor-made to them and essential quality time with family, friends and carers.”

For more information, please email kathleen.taylor@erewash.gov.uk or visit the Facebook page facebook.com/activeerewash.

WOMAN ASSAULTED

Officers were called to reports of a domestic incident in Nottingham Road, Ilkeston, at around 6pm on Friday evening 12th August. At the scene a woman in her 20s was found to have been assaulted and bitten by a dog – as well as two boys under the age of 16 who were also bitten during the incident. A third boy, also under the age of 16, was found to have been assaulted during the incident.

A man in his 20s was arrested at the scene on suspicion of assault, coercive and controlling behaviour, and being in charge of a dog that is dangerously out of control. He remains in police custody. Four dogs were seized from the address and are now being cared for by a specialist kennels. All four victims of the incident are receiving treatment for their injuries which are not believed to be life-threatening.

VICTIM OF FATAL COLLISION NAMED

The teenage victim of a fatal collision in Ilkeston has been named. Luke Worley was the passenger in grey Fiat Punto that collided with a tree in Lower Stanton Road at 10.30pm on 24th July.

The 18-year-old from Heanor was taken to hospital for treatment but died a short time later.

His family have been made aware and are being supported by specialist officers. Our thoughts are with them, as well as Luke’s friends, at this time.

Another passenger, an 18-year-old woman, sustained serious injuries and remains in hospital. The driver of the car, a 19-year-old man, was arrested on suspicion of causing death by dangerous driving and causing serious injury by dangerous driving.

He has been bailed pending further enquiries.

Officers still wish to hear from anyone who witnessed the incident, those driving nearby with dash cam installed, or those living in the area with private CCTV to contact us if they can help with our investigation.

CONCERNS FOR MISSING WOMAN

Police are searching for a woman who has gone missing from her home in Ilkeston. Sharon Ward (52) was reported missing on Saturday afternoon and police are concerned for her safety. Sharon is white and has blonde hair. If you have seen Sharon, or know where she may be, please contact the police quoting reference 575 of 23 May. You can get in touch via one of the following contact methods.

Facebook – send us a private message to /DerbyshireConstabulary
Twitter – direct message our contact centre on @DerPolContact
Website – complete the online contact form www.derbyshire.police.uk/Contact-Us.
Phone – call us on 101.

MAYORS TERM EXTENDED

The Mayor of Erewash, Councillor Sue Beardsley, will serve an extended term in the role until May 2021 due to the continuing challenges and uncertainty over the coronavirus lockdown. Erewash Borough Council was due to hold its Annual General Meeting and Mayor-making ceremony on Thursday 14th May but this will not now take place – it has been cancelled under regulations introduced earlier this month that removed the requirement for local authorities to hold annual meetings. The move means Councillor Beardsley will continue in the civic role for a further 12 months while Councillor Donna Briggs will continue as the Deputy Mayor until May next year.

Councillor Carol Hart, Leader of Erewash Borough Council, says: “To see a Mayor serve for two consecutive years is probably a first for many councils that have made the same decision, but these are exceptional times. The last couple of months of this term has seen events cancelled due to coronavirus and the start of the new term is also adversely affected. So this decision means Councillor Beardsley can continue with her duties for another year and Councillor Briggs can look forward to mayor-making next year and, if elected, enjoy a full year in the role.”