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Appeal for ‘Voices of Friendship’ stories to celebrate 50 year of Osnabruck twinning

22 May 2026

Derby Local Studies and Family History Library is calling on residents to share their personal stories, memories, and photos of Derby’s historic connection with Osnabrück, Germany.

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Inclusive play areas unveiled in time for summer fun

19 May 2026

An extensive refurbishment programme to improve play areas at several Derby parks play areas is complete.

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Derby foster carer Melanie shares her rewarding fostering journey

18 May 2026

Melanie is encouraging others to consider fostering after sharing her rewarding five-year journey supporting children and young people.

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Thousands of pupils to benefit from new cycling education pathway

13 May 2026

Derby City Council is rolling out a new Cycling Pathway offer to support an additional 16,000 young people in Derby.

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Creative careers take centre stage at Dream Fest 2026

13 May 2026

Derby Promise’s Dream Fest 2026 saw over 600 children and young people explore creative careers.

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Bring magic to a child’s life for National Childminding Week 2026

12 May 2026

Families and early years professionals across Derby look forward to celebrating the vital role of childminders as National Childminding Week returns from Monday 11 May to Sunday 17 May 2026.

Foster Care Fortnight 2026