Village school is in top 10 of UK performersVIDEO by SIMON DEACON A VILLAGE primary school has proved it is in a league of its own after being named among the top 10 performing schools in the UK. ... (18/11/2008) 
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Town lit up by a sporting legendVIDEO by SIMON DEACON A FOOTBALL legend has officially turned on Burton's Christmas lights to kick off this year's festive celebrations. ... (18/11/2008)
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Brewers living life at the topVIDEO by NEIL BARKER BURTON Albion are currrently sitting at the top of the non-league pile following a scrappy win against relegation strugglers Northwich ... (18/11/2008)
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Saying farewell to CorkscrewVIDEO by GEOFF MERRYWEATHER THOUSANDS of thrill seekers have flocked to a Staffordshire attraction for the last ride on a rollercoaster before it is dismantled. ...
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Rain captures mood of annual serviceVIDEO by GEOFF MERRYWEATHER RAIN falling from a leaden sky meant nothing to many hundreds of Ashbourne area people on Sunday as they turned out to remember - called to worship at St Oswald's parish church by half-muffled bells. ... 
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Bang-on display!by GARETH BUTTERFIELD ORGANISERS of this year's firworks night say the event was a huge success, and estimate an incredible 4,000 people turned out to enjoy the show. ... (19/11/2008)
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Denise jumps out for 'cool' sky-diveby HARRY GOTTSCHALK A PARWICH woman decided to take the plunge by completing a sky-dive in aid of charity. Denise Ball carried out the jump in aid of Derby City Hospital's Breast Cancer Unit. ...
(19/11/2008)
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Emotional time at memorial service A VILLAGE war memorial containing the names of dozens of servicemen has been rededicated during a special Remembrance Day service. ... (19/11/2008)
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Watch Tyron, the YouTube signing starby KEITH BULL BURTON internet sensation Tyron Whittle has the world - quite literally - at his fingertips.The performing artist has attracted massive ...
(19/11/2008)
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90 YEARS ON - WE REMEMBERExclusive video by SIMON DEACON Words by HELEN KREFT BURTON and South Derbyshire gathered together to commemorate the 90th anniversary of the end of World War One. The Mail was there to capture this most poignant of occasions ...
(11/11/2008)
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Group showcases works of artVIDEO by Ken Nicholls A VILLAGE art and craft show has raised more than £230.Willington Art and Craft Group, which meets ...
(19/11/2008)
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Stridey speaksExclusive video by REX PAGE BURTON ALBION skipper Darren Stride speaks exclusively to The Mail about his recent knee operation and the Brewers' chances of topping the Blue Square Premier ...
(07/11/2008)
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SCENES OF DEVASTATIONExclusive Video by NEIL BARKER EXCLUSIVE video footage of the fire which destroyed a church in Horninglow Road ...
(19/11/2008)
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Ofsted's glowing report for collegeby ADRIAN JENKINS BURTON'S biggest school is celebrating after receiving top marks from education standards watchdogs ...
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Providing a home for 'dumped' dogs DOGS abandoned on the streets of Burton and South Derbyshire are being offered new hope by a Midlands animal lover ...
(19/11/2008)
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Daffodils bring colour to Burtonby KATIE BOWLER with video by KEN NICHOLLS SCHOOLCHILDREN and volunteers have planted 2,000 daffodil bulbs in one morning as part of a scheme to improve their community ...
(19/11/2008)
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Parents keep an eye out for their childrenby LAURIE DEVITT and video by KEN NICOLLS HUNDREDS of schoolchildren have donned armour and drawn weapons to take part in the re-enactment of the Battle of Hastings ...
(28/10/2008)
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NY destination for runner Nick A SWADLINCOTE runner is hitting the Big Apple to raise money for Children with Leukaemia.Nick Upton, 38, is running the New York ...
(19/11/2008)
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School goes west A BURTON theatre school has been invited to perform in Londonıs West End.A group of 14 pupils from the Cabaret ...
(19/11/2008)
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Hair raising day for pupilsby KATIE BOWLER A SOUTH Derbyshire primary school has held a 'crazy hair day' to raise funds for the village church. ...
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Martial masters strut their stuff A GATHERING of martial arts masters has taken place in Burton.The event was held at Burton's Brewhouse ...
(19/11/2008)
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Plucky playersVIDEO by KEN NICHOLLS MORE than 160 banjo enthusiasts have jammed together celebrating their 15th anniversary with international performers. ...
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Fireworks show will wow the crowds PLENTY of 'oohs' and 'aahs' are expected when one of the area's biggest fireworks displays lights up the night sky. ...
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FA Cup talk with Nigel Clough BURTON Mail sports editor Rex Page talks to Burton Albion boss Nigel Clough about the FA Cup and gets him to reflect on his last 10 ...
(19/11/2008)
Pupils shown the dangersby KATIE BOWLER and VIDEO by SIMON DEACON SCHOOLS in Staffordshire are being visited by firefighters, trading standards officers and police in a campaign to raise awareness ...
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Duo on the run to aid charitiesVIDEO by DANIELLE HARRISON and GEOFF MERRYWEATHER TWO Ashbourne athletes have pushed themselves to the limits of their endurance in a half-marathon road race to raise funds for charities ...
(19/11/2008)
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A wall of silence as bikers pay tribute BIKERS have paid their own unique tribute at a memorial near Burton to troops who have died on duty. ...
(14/10/2008)
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Tribute to her grandparentsFEATURE by KATIE BOWLER and VIDEO BY Neil Barker AN ANIMAL-LOVER whose grandparents were brutally murdered has set up a wildlife rescue centre in their memory. ...
(15/10/2008)
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A wall of silence as bikers pay tribute at Armed Forces MemorialVIDEO by Ken NichollsBIKERS have paid their own unique tribute at a memorial near Burton to troops who have died on duty. ...
(19/11/2008)
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Open house at PingleVIDEO by Simon Deacon HAMSTER racing and science demonstrations were just two of the activities taking place at a South Derbyshire ...
(19/11/2008)
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Chip pan message takes to streetsVIDEO by Simon Deacon FIRE risk checks and chip pan demonstrations have taken place in Burton as part of a 'More for Less' campaign. ...
(19/11/2008)
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Champion day for pupilsVIDEO by Neil Barker YOUNGSTERS at a Woodville school have been put through their paces by a three times Commonwealth Games badminton champion. ...
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Bull cross needs a loving homeVIDEO by Ken Nicholls A DOG which was dumped by its callous owner 'desperately' needs re-homing, animal welfare workers have said. ...
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Youths feel ground forceVIDEO by Neil Barker MEMBERS of the Prince's Trust have taken part in a gardening day to prepare them for a major two-week community project. ...
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School chips in for revampVIDEO by NEIL BARKER A SOUTH Derbyshire village is to officially open its new, improved community centre tonight.For more than 10 years, ...
(19/11/2008)
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Family forced to leave their homeVIDEO by Simon Deacon A MOTHER who was forced to leave her home with her eight-year-old daughter after it began to collapse has spoken of 'one of the most ...
(19/11/2008)
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Terry's a lively one!VIDEO by KEN NICHOLLS A THREE year old male Cairn Cross needs re-homing.Male dog, called Terry, needs re-homing after he accidently pulled over his elderly owner. ...
(02/10/2008)
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ECO warriors digging their way to victoryVIDEO by Simon Deacon PUPILS from a South Derbyshire school have been busy digging and planting to boost their ECO award status. ...
(01/10/2008)
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It's all about feelingsVIDEO by Neil Barker A BURTON teenager has won an international competition for her 'moving' poem about her personal feelings. ...
(01/10/2008)
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Hitting the road to help air ambulanceVIDEO by Neil Barker A MOTORCYCLIST from Burton is heading off on an epic trip through north Africa to raise money for a life-saving air ambulance service. ...
(25/09/2008)
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Fun in the sun at Briz ValleyVIDEO by Simon Deacon GLORIOUS sunshine and huge crowds have proved a winning combination at a fun day for residents of the Brizlincote Valley. ...
(25/09/2008)
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Tony puts on a show for charityVIDEO by Simon Deacon AN artist is exhibiting his work to raise money for two charities.Tony Roe will be holding an exhibition ...
(25/09/2008)
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Nursery tots hit the right notesVIDEO by Neil Barker TOTS and toddlers at a South Derbyshire nursery have been making music for meningitis sufferers.Chuckle Bunnies Day Nursery, in Vicarage ...
(25/09/2008)
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Tying the knot past and presentVIDEO by Neil Barker A WEDDING dress exhibition is taking place at an East Staffordshire church.St Mary's Priory Church, in Tutbury, ...
(19/11/2008)
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Sophie's on top for talentVIDEO by Simon Deacon THE 'LITTLE girl with the big voice' has claimed top prize in Swadlincote's version of ITV1's Britain's Got Talent ...
(25/09/2008)
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New strike force at Pirelli StadiumVIDEO by Ken Nicholls JUNIOR Army recruits have pledged their allegiance to Queen and country at a ceremony in Burton. ...
(19/11/2008)
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WE'RE SUCH A HAPPY BUNCHVIDEO by Simon Deacon PEOPLE living in Burton are among the happiest and most contented in the country, a major social survey has found. ...
(29/08/2008)
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Hoping to rope in the visitorsVIDEO by Simon Deacon AN OLD-FASHIONED rope-making machine hand-built by a community stalwart is set to be a part of a new heritage and memorial garden. ...
(19/11/2008)
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Hoping for a winner live on Lotto showVIDEO by Simon Deacon A SOUTH Derbyshire sports scheme is waiting to hear if it has scooped a national prize live on television when its organisers attend ...
(29/08/2008)
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Joanne makes her cake... and eats it!VIDEO by Ken Nicholls A SWADLINCOTE shop owner who specialises in cakes for the wedding market enjoyed a real busman's holiday at the weekend - when ...
(26/08/2008)
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Bowls club rising from the ashesVIDEO by Neil Barker A VILLAGE bowls club which almost folded after a devastating vandal attack five years ago has literally risen from the ashes. ...
(25/08/2008)
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Happy birthday FlorrieVIDEO by Ken Nicholls A BURTON pensioner is celebrating after reaching the grand age of 102.Florrie Cross celebrated her birthday ...
(23/08/2008)
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Bumper year for resultsVIDEO by Neil Barker IN SOUTH DERBYSHIRE, pupils and teachers were also celebrating another bumper year of results.William Allitt, in Sunnyside, Newhall, ...
(23/08/2008)
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BABY ANGEL MAE IS A TINY MIRACLEVIDEO by Simon Deacon A 'MIRACLE' baby born three months premature has defied the odds by surviving despite being given only a 30 per cent chance of life. ...
(23/08/2008)
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Mystery man back for secondsVIDEO by Ken Nicholls THE MYSTERY man who ordered what is believed to be Burton's biggest breakfast butty has returned for a second helping. ...
(29/08/2008)
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Youngsters learn to protect environmentVIDEO by Neil Barker CHILDREN have been learning how to reduce, re-use and recycle in a fun way at a summer school.A total of 26 youngsters have taken part ...
(19/11/2008)
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Group fight their way to world championshipsVIDEO by Ken Nicholls FIVE martial art club members are on the way to the world championships.The five members of Burton Mixed ...
(26/08/2008)
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School's in for summerVIDEO by Ken Nicholls YOUNGSTERS from two South Derbyshire schools have taken part in a three-day 'summer school' to improve their teamwork skills. ...
(02/09/2008)
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What lies beneath for youngsters?VIDEO by Simon Deacon DOZENS of youngsters have turned out to discover what creatures lurk in the depths of a South Derbyshire pond. ...
(15/08/2008)
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Land Girls get the medal they deserveVIDEO by Simon Deacon DOZENS of 'forgotten' Land Army Girls have finally been honoured for their wartime efforts.MP David Taylor presented veteran badges ...
(15/08/2008)
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Call to save under threat church hallVIDEO by Neil Barker A MEETING is to be held to decide the future of a village church which has a regular congregation of just two worshippers. ...
(14/08/2008)
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Cliff Lewer takes chain of officeVIDEO by Geoff Merryweather JOHN Foster handed over the Ashbourne Rotary Club President's chain of office to Cliff Lewer at a ceremony at the Bentley Brook. ...
(28/08/2008)
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Thousands join in the Play Day funVIDEO by NEIL BARKER NATIONAL Play Day has been celebrated in Burton and South Derbyshire with thousands of children and their parents. ...
(08/08/2008)
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Sarnie Schwarzenegger - is this biggest breakfast buttie?VIDEO by Neil Barker WHAT is believed to be Burton's biggest breakfast butty has been made by two women in a town centre sandwich bar. ...
(14/08/2008)
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Cooking up a bookVIDEO by Neil Barker A NURSE from Barton under Needwood is aiming to put a new cookery book on the shelves soon.Georgina Ingham, 25, a full time nurse ...
(19/11/2008)
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Top colour award for stylist MichelleVIDEO by Neil Barker A SOUTH Derbyshire stylist is celebrating after receiving a top industry qualification in hair colouring. ...
(06/08/2008)
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We are sailing... Thanks to Jean!VIDEO by Neil Barker A DISABLED woman has raised hundreds of pounds for a sailing club which offers opportunities for people with disabilities. ...
(19/11/2008)
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Museum reopens for victims of historyVIDEO by Neil Barker BURTON'S Coors Visitor Centre has reopened - but for one day only. ...
(23/08/2008)
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IT'S A SWAN-DERFUL LIFEVIDEO by Neil Barker SWAN enthusiasts were out in force at the weekend to study and count the number of the birds in the area. ...
(19/11/2008)
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HORSING AROUND TO RAISE FUNDSVIDEO by Simon Deacon An East Staffordshire Animal Centre - home to the former Coors Visitor Centre Shire Horses - has held an open day to raise funds ...
(19/11/2008)
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School has a magical new libraryVIDEO by Geoff Merryweather THE new library at Henry Prince First School, Mayfield, is now fully illustrated - thanks to a professional artist and the ideas of pupils. ...
(28/08/2008)
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SAILING CLUB PLAN TO SINK?by DANIELLE HARRISON PLANS for a £30,000 boathouse to keep the Moorlands' only disabled sailing club afloat could be scuppered tomorrow after ...
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Kids get a kick out of charity tournamentby LAURIE DEVITT JUNIOR football teams from across two counties have come together for a massive charity tournament. ...(28/08/2008)
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Spectators turn out in their thousandsVIDEO by Geoff Merryweather, Gareth Butterfield and Lizzy Hawkins IF THE sound of bagpipes is still ringing in your head today then you must be one of the thousands of people who enjoyed this ... (28/08/2008)
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It's all about the animalsVIDEO by Emma Turton THERE'S been an RSPCA shelter in Stretton for 18 years. It relies completely on donations and fund-raising to keep it going, and ...
(25/07/2008)
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Team keeps unbeaten runVIDEO by Neil Barker A BURTON school's rounders team has remained unbeaten in every game it played during the summer term. ...
(23/07/2008)
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Lift-off for flying club makeoverVIDEO by Geoff Merryweather FLYING operations at Darley Moor Airfield will soon soar out of the realms of Biggles, and in to the 21st Century.
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Planks given the chop in aid of charityVIDEO by Ken Nicholls MEMBERS of a South Derbyshire martial arts group have been on a chopping trip for charity.Milton Krav Maga held a night of wood ...
(19/11/2008)
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Only the best will survive tough testVIDEO by Neil Barker A BURTON salon has adopted the BBC's Apprentice style hiring and firing process to help them cut down to the best person for the job. ...
(19/11/2008)
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