Ready, willing and Able

A coveted badge is presented to a proud sea cadet – who has been picked to accompany the Mayor of Erewash on official engagements.

The 16-year-old – Able Cadet Maltby – was honoured by Mayor Councillor Frank Phillips. The badge bears the council’s crest and the official title of “Mayor’s Cadet”.

The civic visit saw a host of awards and promotions at Long Eaton Sea Cadets, which is attended by recruits aged ten to 18 from across the borough.

The Mayor heard how the corps has more than doubled to 75 in the past few years.

Keep up with the intrepid youngsters’ adventures on the Long Eaton Sea Cadets Facebook page.

Hurricane over town

Thousands winged their way to Ilkeston as a World War Two fighter roared overhead for the town’s annual motor show.

The Hawker Hurricane braved August clouds to salute crowds who flocked to see more than 300 cars, buses and other vehicles on display on the Market Place and surrounding streets.

The Ilkeston Heritage and Classic Vehicle Show was first staged 11 years ago. It is now Ilkeston’s biggest annual event apart from the town’s historic street fair.

The car show is organised by Erewash Partnership Events, in conjunction with volunteers and enthusiasts.

The Erewash Partnership business confederation is a strategic partner of Erewash Borough Council.