Long Eaton & District Talking Newspaper for the Blind & Partially Sighted

12/10/2025

A woman who is losing her eyesight to a rare condition has found the confidence to speak openly about it thanks to a chance encounter.

She is losing her eyesight but a chance encounter has given her newfound energy.

11/10/2025

A blind woman has said instances of e-scooters causing or nearly causing her injury are "an almost daily occurrence" and leave her feeling "embarrassed".

Anela Wood says she has grazed her knees while falling over e-scooters parked on pavements.

09/10/2025

An 11-year-old Wolverhampton Wanderers fan, who is registered blind, has said nothing will stop him after he started doing matchday summaries for visually impaired supporters.

Frazer, 11, is nominated for a BBC Make a Difference award for his talking newspaper podcast.

07/10/2025

Be aware of this new scam

07/10/2025

A blind couple who have been visiting Guernsey since 1999 have expressed their gratitude for the kindness of locals.

The couple highlight the kindness of local islanders, but would like more recognition for the blind.

05/10/2025

A man who lost his sight about seven years ago will be the first blind person to pull pints at a beer and cider festival.

Event organisers hope new barman Kevin Ramsey will be a hit with punters.

04/10/2025

An MP has called on a council to reverse reductions in the scope of disabled people's bus passes.

Liz Jarvis is calling on Hampshire County Council to reverse cuts to free travel for disabled users.

02/10/2025

I interview Huw Morgan & Jan Croft of the Creative Writing Group, called Just Write that meet on the Elephant Rooms in Draycott.

02/10/2025

The life-changing gene therapy that can restore vision

Andrew had known since childhood that one day he would lose his sight. He donated his skin cells to researchers working on a treatment, hoping for a breakthrough not just for himself, but also for his daughter...

30/09/2025

If you're not familiar with the Royal National Institute for the Blind, please select this link for an overview of services they offer.

We’re the Royal National Institute of Blind People (RNIB), the UK’s leading charity supporting blind and partially sighted people. We offer practical and emotional support to those that need us, so they can continue living life to the full.  At RNIB, we want to create a world where eye health a...

18/09/2025

Less than a week until the start of and we're getting excited! Find out what plans we have here: https://sightsupportderbyshire.org.uk/how-can-we-help/eye-health-information/national-eye-health-week/

18/09/2025

💚What a lovely, powerful testimony. 💚

Thanks to the wonderful New Leaf Derbyshire Volunteers, this family is going to go on to lead a happier life.

🌟 It's truly amazing what a little practical support from us,
over a few months can do. 🌟

🌿This is why we do what we do, OUR support CHANGES LIVES for THE BETTER.

Sadly, our waiting list grows day by day. But we always look for the positives and will use this as an opportunity for us to grow our Team !

We are actively seeking volunteers who can commit to one or two visits a month. By joining our friendly and supportive team, you’ll help us reach more households and continue making a lasting difference.”

For more information, please get in touch 😊🌿