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Matlock County Hall

Council faces further cuts to reduce ‘£33m’ budget deficit

A mother and son have died after a vehicle collided with their car, a Fiat 500, on the B5057 Chesterfield Road between Chesterfield and Matlock, on Saturday 9 December at around 10.20am.

Mother and son killed in crash as police hunt BMW driver

North Derbyshire has hit by flooding from Storm Babet in October

Flood alert issued for Chesterfield

It is nearly 80 years since two villages in the Peak District were flooded to create a new reservoir.

12 stunning photos reveal long-lost drowned Peak District villages that vanished...

Robert Rawson was jailed for over three years

Chesterfield man kicked his partner to the chin with “maximum force”

Serious river Amber flooding at Wingfield Park near Pentrich, submitted by Dave Long

Hour by hour forecast as Derbyshire remains on flood alert

James is taking an ice bath in the garden every day in December to try and raise money for Sheffield Children's Hospital. So far he has raised over £1,000.

Column: Derbyshire dad takes icy plunge for Sheffield Children's Hospital

Harrison was jailed for 16 weeks at Derby Crown Court.

Chesterfield man jailed after exposing himself to woman at train station

A total of 10 trees were damaged by vandals.

Vandals target community orchard at Chesterfield park

Chesterfield FC

Southport manager Jim Bentley.

Southport boss 'embarrassed' by heavy defeat to Town

Chesterfield beat Southport 6-1 in the FA Trophy. Picture: Tina Jenner.

Much-changed and youthful Chesterfield put six past Southport - report

Harley Curtis scored in the 6-1 win against Southport. Picture: Tina Jenner

'Dream debut' - our player ratings from thumping win against Southport

Chesterfield v Southport - live updates.

Live Recap: Chesterfield hit Southport for six in FA Trophy

Spireites academy manager Neil Cluxton.

Spireites academy coach 'proud as punch' as youngsters shine in trophy win

Chesterfield are flying high at the top of the National League.

The contract status of each Chesterfield player going into 2024

Spireites fans at Ebbsfleet on 4th Aug 2018.

Do you feature in this gallery of Spireites fans in the National League years?

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Retro

Lons Infants School in Ripley put on their nativity play back in 2011.

Do you know anyone in this gallery of Derbyshire school nativities?
The great pictures show infant schoolkids from across Chesterfield enjoying their school’s nativity plays.

Sport

Youngsters are being encouraged to take up table tennis.

Youngsters encouraged to play table tennis

Billy Fewster of Alfreton Town heads the ball whilst under pressure from Liam Gordon of Walsall. (Photo by Matt McNulty/Getty Images)

​Alfreton take Walsall to FA Cup replay

Hamza Ibrahim (left) Mohammud Ibrahim (right) were in fine form for Arrows.

​Arrows put in impressive display

Martin Carruthers says the postponements will give players a chance to recover from injury.

​Mixed feelings for Carruthers after call-offs

Class Winners Richard Holdsworth and Harry Walshaw

Mid-Derbyshire Motor Club members competing and winning

Providing vital support: (Left-right): Christine Aves, Julie Wheelhouse, Chief Executive of Derbyshire Stroke Centre, Mike Aves, Chesterfield Golf Club Captain, Debbie Newton, Centre Manager of Derbyshire Stroke Centre, and Liz Day.

Derbyshire Stroke Centre gets help after flooding

James Rowe is pictured here arriving at Chesterfield Magistrates Court on November 7 2022.

Trial of ex-Chesterfield FC manager James Rowe delayed

Staff at Johnsons Ironmongers are pictured in 1994.

21 nostalgic pictures of Chesterfield's shops past and present

Retro Derbyshire picture feature.

25 fantastic pictures showing what life was like during the last 100 years acros...

Brooke Boulton and Erica Haywood enjoy a drink at Brookfield Community School.

See if you know anyone in this gallery of Derbyshire school prom nights

New Square in Chesterfield town centre, seen here during a snow storm in 1987.

Remarkable photos of Chesterfield covered in snow down the years

Cost Of Living

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Aldi boss says 'savvy shoppers' helped profits jump by £118m

What's On

Yvette Fielding will present Most Haunted - the Stage Show in Chesterfield's Winding Wheel Theatre on March 28, 2024.

Most Haunted team will take Chesterfield theatre audience on a scary journey

Fascinating Aida trio Dillie Keane, Liza Pulman and Adèle Anderson will be performing at the Winding Wheel Theatre, Chesterfield on March 2, 2024.

Outrageous cabaret trio Fascinating Aida head for Chesterfield

Gladioli Tunnel is a new showstopper at Christmas At Belton 2023

Ad Feature FIRST LOOK: Christmas At Belton 2023 is sparkling new spectacular

Lifestyle

The event will take place in Staveley tomorrow.

Winter Wonderland event comes to Staveley this weekend

Bandai Namco shop Meadowhall will sell ‘Gashapon’ miniature collectables and Japanese ‘Sun-Star’ ‘cute’ and practical stationery

Legendary games brand opening new shop at Meadowhall before Christmas

Katy Lavis Wins At Hall of Fame Awards

Derbyshire mum’s Start-Up rolled out in Sainsbury’s and Argos

Bridge The Gap Logo

Award-winning housebuilders Peveril Homes partner with local charity

More Lifestyle

Owner of 1530 Alicia Shearer said that she and her partner Tim Stoddard wanted to open a small restaurant that would be just a little community hub. But since they launched their venue in 2010 they have received five awards.

Take a look inside award-winning Peak District restaurant

Transform your conservatory into a cosy Christmas living space.

Sagars Conservatory Roof Insulation offers the solution for summer and winter

These are some of the pictures from the event at the weekend.

14 great photos from flood victims charity night at popular Chesterfield pub

Opinion

Guest columnist, Steve N Allen, is a comedian and writer.

Column: It's hard to see what all the fuss is about over inheritance tax

There has been a lot of talk recently about inheritance tax. According to research, it’s a tax that many people think is unfair, says comedian and writer Steve N Allen.Steve N Allen
A reader was annoyed by England's recent limp defence of its Cricket World Cup crown.

Letter: What a wasted opportunity from those at the top of cricket

Trudy Ford, social organiser, Derbyshire Peak Oddfellows.

Column: ​​We believe friendship can be important during tough times

Champions column: Our vibrant and accessible town has plenty going for it

Jason Evans

It is time for public sector staff to stop working from home, says a reader's letter.

Letter: There are no excuses now for home working among council staff

A reader wants to turn the focus on inadequate lighting at bus stops.

Letter: Time has to come to shine a light on this bus stop issue

Guest columnist Laurence Coupe writes about the merits of classic film The Wizard Of Oz.

Column: Follow the yellow brick road to find some interesting ideas

Business

Actor Larry Lamb launches Xmas campaign.

This Christmas Frankie and Benny's pledge to be Secret Santa

Fortem's team of elves presents cheque to Chesterfield Foodbank

Chesterfield foodbank's thanks for Fortem's festive feat

Boots Opticians Chesterfield team posing in front of their newly refit store

Boots Opticians store in Chesterfield receives exciting new makeover

Winners of Russell Roof Tiles Annual Quiz - Burton YMCA

Record-breaking result at Russell Roof Tiles charity quiz night

Shopping

These are the best and spookiest costumes for children for Halloween 2023.

Cheap, scary Halloween costumes for kids - Wednesday and Marvel heroes

Best sleeping bags for camping: multi-season and lightweight

Best sleeping bags for camping: multi-season and lightweight

Top cabin bags and suitcases that you can carry on to an airplane

Top cabin bags that you can carry on to an airplane

UK Trending

'Sick of the lies': Michelle Mone breaks silence on covid PPE scandal

Aldi super six deal to return, with items starting at 15p.

Aldi: Christmas Super Six deals return starting at 15p

King Charles III will deliver his Christmas Day speech at 3pm.

King’s Speech 2023: What time and where can you watch

American football coach used disturbing 9/11 metaphor to inspire team

Quiz reveals your Christmas spending habits

Strictly Come Dancing 2023 Professional Dancers

12 things Behind the scenes at Strictly Come Dancing 2023

Must Read

Steve Free at Music In The Green, Bakewell

Q and A with characterful Derbyshire record shop Music In The Green

Steve and a Nick Drake LP

“I go to work to listen to music, that’s not a job!”

John outside JJ's Junk and Gems, Matlock

“And what’s the story behind it? That’s what intrigues me sometimes.”