news.today

Derbyshirecounty

via Derbyshire Times55m ago

Cineworld rolls out the red carpet for 'Chesterfield's own future Hollywood star' making his film debut on big screen

A teenager tipped as “Chesterfield's own future Hollywood star” by staff at his hometown cinema was the centre of attention when his film debut was shown on the big screen.

via BBC Derbyshire1h ago

Heroin and cocaine drug gang handed jail sentences

The members of the county lines gang admitted supplying drugs in Derby and Amber Valley.

via Derbyshire Live4h ago

Teenager in hospital with serious injuries after e-bike crash near Pentagon Island

A 19-year-old remains in hospital

via Derbyshire Live5h ago

Derbyshire village homes planned next to historic toxic landfill

Earlier this year plans for the Birchwood Lane, Somercotes site were formally approved and now a detailed application is in

via BBC Derbyshire6h ago

Labour loses majority after Reform by-election win

Labour remains the largest party on North East Derbyshire District Council.

via Derbyshire Times6h ago

Chesterfield's 'easy does it' approach with promising Chelsea player

Chesterfield manager Paul Cook is determined not to rush teenage Chelsea talent Kiano Dyer.

via Derbyshire Times7h ago

“A Post Office in the town centre is vital for local residents and businesses and I am determined to see it replaced with as little disruption as possible' - Chesterfield MP

Chesterfield’s MP is pressing for urgent talks with the Post Office in a bid to maintain its town centre operation following the announcement that its current base is to close.

via Buxton Advertiser7h ago

20,000 leaflets being delivered for feedback on Buxton’s Town Hall

A Buxton man who wants to take over Buxton Town Hall and run it as a charity is sending out 20,000 leaflets to residents to get their feedback.

via Derbyshire Times7h ago

Chesterfield goalkeeper James Sissons adds another Malta call-up to senior club debut

Spireites stopper enjoying his football with club and country

via Derbyshire Live7h ago

Derby County striker has lift-off as position change instantly pays off

The Derby County youngster scored his first goal during his loan spell with Rochdale at the weekend

via Derbyshire Times7h ago

Police incident takes place near sports ground outside Chesterfield – forcing team to cancel training

A police incident has occurred near a sports ground outside Chesterfield – forcing a rugby club to cancel their training.

2 outlets8h ago

Derbyshire pubs and Peak District walks attract autumn visitors

A hiking route through the Peak District offers views and traditional pubs.

Derbyshire Live has described a challenging Peak District hiking route as one of the best walks in Britain, featuring stunning hills and views with traditional pubs nearby. Both outlets recommend the area's pubs as autumn destinations for day trips.

Full story →
via Derbyshire Times8h ago

New houses, home improvements and tree works among schemes on radar of Derbyshire planning authorities

Here are the latest planning applications submitted to Chesterfield Borough Council:

via Buxton Advertiser8h ago

Big turn-out south of Buxton for Chelmorton Chase five-miler

A so-called “running race with a view” was blessed with September sunshine and fine racing for its 28th edition.

via Derbyshire Live8h ago

Con man left victims devastated after scamming them out of more than £30,000

The detective leading the case said that it was 'some of the worst offending I've seen in my career'

via Buxton Advertiser8h ago

'It takes away the town’s heritage and charm' More than 200 people turn out to oppose Buxton’s Capital&Centric development

More than 200 people opposing the current development plans for Buxton’s town Centre came for a photoshoot to show they were not giving up and want to fight to stop the plans going ahead.

via Derbyshire Live8h ago

Derby gang stayed in B&Bs as they brought misery to the streets

Officers seized a significant amount of suspected Class A drugs during the course of the investigation

via Derbyshire Times9h ago

Fraudster who used ‘elaborate scam’ to steal more than £30,000 from his victims – including elderly Derbyshire woman – handed jail sentence at court

A fraudster who used an ‘elaborate scam’ to steal more than £30,000 from his victims – including an elderly woman from Derbyshire – has been jailed after appearing at the Court of Appeal.

via Derbyshire Live10h ago

Historic hospital with potential for more than 70 homes up for auction despite impending sale

Babington Hospital has up for auction across three lots, but the NHS still plans to finalise a sale next month

via Derbyshire Times10h ago

'Influence' - player ratings from Chesterfield 2 York City 0

The best win of the season and two early Goal of the Season contenders have got Chesterfield’s season well and truly up and running.

2 outlets10h ago

East Midlands Mayor welcomes devolution plans from PM

The East Midlands Mayor has welcomed the Labour Government's offer of increased control to mayors across England.

The Prime Minister is offering more regional control to mayors across England as part of moves toward greater devolution. The East Midlands Mayor has welcomed these plans, which aim to drive economic growth, housing development and job creation.

Full story →
via Derbyshire Live10h ago

Derby County starlets pass more landmarks as loan turns sour after 'thorough analysis'

Derby County have several players out on loan at present

via Derbyshire Times10h ago

The Amy Winehouse Band will play Back to Black album live in Buxton and Sheffield (aff)

Amy Winehouse’s original musicians will be performing in Buxton and Sheffield to celebrate the 20th anniversary of her defining album, Back to Black.

2 outlets11h ago

Visitors urged to behave responsibly at Nine Ladies Stone Circle

People have been urged to behave responsibly during Autumn Equinox celebrations at Nine Ladies Stone Circle following a recent incident.

Visitors to the Nine Ladies Stone Circle in the Peak District have been urged to behave responsibly during upcoming Autumn Equinox celebrations. The appeal follows a recent incident at the historic site.

Full story →
via Derbyshire Times11h ago

Chesterfield cyber expert: ‘People are not the weakest link’

“Good security isn't about expecting people to be perfect.”

via Derbyshire Times11h ago

Derbyshire glamping business owners on Channel 4's Four in a Bed

A husband and wife who own a glampsite in the Derbyshire Dales say they are excited but nervous about their appearance on a competitive television show.

2 outlets11h ago

Paddington-themed boat wins Matlock Bath Illuminations 2026 vote

A boat called Paddington's Adventure in London has won the public vote at Matlock Bath Illuminations.

Boat builder Ian Page and his son Mark won the top prize at the 129th Matlock Bath Illuminations with their 'Paddington's Adventure in London' creation. The event is largely sold out on Saturday nights, though some tickets remain available.

Full story →
via Derbyshire Times11h ago

Shirebrook Town held to goal-less draw against Radford

Shirebrook Town bag a point after draw against Radford

via BBC Derbyshire11h ago

Paddington Bear leads famous illuminations parade

The world-famous Peruvian bespectacled bear is leading the parade of 11 boats at the event.

via Derbyshire Times11h ago

Toby Perkins MP joins ChargeUK’s calls for cheaper, more reliable EV charging

Mr Perkins wrote to the Minister for Transport to make the case for reducing the high price of public charging points

via Buxton Advertiser11h ago

Goals Galore in the Hope Valley Football League

Tideswell maintained their perfect start to the season

2 outlets11h ago

High Peak AC athletes perform well at regional Under 16 championship

High Peak AC athletes delivered strong performances at a regional Under 16 inter-counties track and field championship.

High Peak AC athletes competed at a regional Under 16 inter-counties championship, competing across a range of track and field events. They delivered remarkable performances across the competition.

Full story →
via Derbyshire Live12h ago

Derby County's best piece of business is obvious after Turki Alalshikh forced transfer rethink

Derby County needed a late flurry of transfer activity to bolster John Eustace's squad

via Derbyshire Times12h ago

Watch this: Remarkable moment where crow putts golf ball is captured in Chesterfield

A crow has given a whole new meaning to ‘hitting a birdie’ after landing at a course in Chesterfield and putting a golf ball – with the remarkable moment captured on camera.

via Buxton Advertiser12h ago

Jon Pearce: The long goodbye -dementia must be a national priority

“Some people describe Alzheimer’s as the “long goodbye”. For me, it can feel like you lose someone twice”

via Derbyshire Times12h ago

Two-bedroom Chesterfield home on the market for £100,000 with private rear garden (aff)

This freehold home in Romford Way offers two floors of accommodation and could appeal to first-time buyers, landlords and professionals

via Derbyshire Times13h ago

Farmers out at Bakewell to talk food, farming and the countryside

“The whole event was fantastic and we had really good engagement with shoppers showcasing the very best of Derbyshire produce.”

via Derbyshire Times13h ago

Police seize motorbike from rider who caused ‘distress’ to Chesterfield residents with erratic driving

Police seized a motorbike from a rider who was causing ‘distress’ to residents in Chesterfield with their erratic and anti-social driving.

via Buxton Advertiser13h ago

Cat and Fiddle repairs ‘may complete ahead of schedule’, says Derbyshire County Council

Derbyshire County Council say drainage improvements on the A54 are nearing completion and road improvements are starting soon.

2 outlets14h ago

Buxton footpath closed for 15 years due to dangerous wall

A Buxton footpath has remained closed for nearly 15 years because of a dangerous private wall along the route.

Residents of Buxton are increasingly concerned about the deteriorating footpath, which has been closed for nearly 15 years. The closure is due to an unrepaired and dangerous wall on private land, leaving the path in a state of limbo and described as both a danger and an eyesore.

Full story →