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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

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

Deli Delights, a new addition to the Clay Cross food scene, offers amazing homemade sandwiches and cakes.

In pictures: First look inside new Derbyshire deli and cake shop

Thousands of worried parents have lost their fight to stop Derbyshire council’s decision to increase the cost of a school meal by about 41 per cent from £2.30 to £3.25 per day.

Thousands lose bid to stop Derbyshire council’s school meal price hike

The order prohibits Sophie Pirie, of Station Lane, Old Whittington, from entering Chesterfield town centre, unless she has a pre-arranged appointment. The map pictured highlights the area which she is banned from entering.

Woman banned from town centre following thefts

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 delightful photo from regular contributor Robert J Stordy shows this close-up of a robin in Buxton.

Photos: ​Check out the best of nature across area thanks to our talented readers

Friends Mark and Craig having fun filming the Fairytale of Matlock music video

Christmas song parody pays tribute to Matlock and the late Shane MacGowan

Chesterfield FC

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?

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

Trial of ex-Chesterfield FC manager James Rowe delayed

Chesterfield have won 45 points at the 60 minute mark this season.

Where Spireites would be in the National League if games only lasted 60 minutes

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

Trial of ex-Chesterfield FC manager James Rowe set to begin

Chesterfield's SMH Group Stadium was covered in snow on the morning of their FA Cup win against Leyton Orient. (Photo by Catherine Ivill/Getty Images)

TV pundits make optimistic claim about Spireites

Chesterfield manager Paul Cook. Picture: Tina Jenner.

'Ridiculously tough' - Cook reacts to Watford FA Cup draw

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Retro

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

Remarkable photos of Chesterfield covered in snow down the years
These photos look back at some of Chesterfield’s most freezing spells of weather – when the town was blanketed with snow on a number of occasions.

Sport

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

Duffield Dynamos in Lubrizol kit

Derbyshire company helps keep football clubs scoring goals

Ryan Colclough. Picture: Tina Jenner.

Chesterfield winger set for short spell on sidelines

The snow-covered landscape in Bakewell on 20th January 1937.

Enjoy these pics of winter wonderlands around Derbyshire from yesteryear

Johnny Ray fans from Derbyshire are pictured waiting patiently at the London Airport. Johnny Ray, the famous American crooner, arrived at the airport and the teenage fan club presidents were there to meet him and returned to the Dorchester Hotel with him for a lemonade. The two lucky girls - Jill James (18) and Philippa Henderson (15) are seen wearing Johnny Ray picture earings.

19 rare black and white retro photos show interesting images from around Derbysh...

Chris Marples, pictured centre holding the Canon League Division Four championship trophy, in May 1985, after the last game of the season.

How many of these Spireites payers do you remember from 40 years ago?

Wives of striking Derbyshire miners hand in a letter to the Coal Board in Hobart Place on 18th January 1972. With them is MP for Bolsover, Dennis Skinner (centre).

33 fascinating pictures showing life in Derbyshire over the last century

Cost Of Living

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Nearly 7 in 10 adults have told a lie relating to money in some way

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

What's On

Redrow East Midlands is encouraging youngsters to read more by launching a free book swap

A novel idea – Derbyshire housebuilder launches book swap for local children

Les Misérables

Les Misérables at New Mills Art Theatre

Top 10 tips for online bingo in Daventry: How to choose the best sites. Picture – supplied.

Ad Feature Calling all bingo fans: Find great gameplay online

Lifestyle

Estate agents Need2View are raving about this four-bedroom, detached property on Wagstaff Lane, Jacksdale that is on the market for £575,000. Take a look inside via our photo gallery below.

Why this £575,000 property in popular village is fit for a US president

Vicar Lane Shopping Centre in Chesterfield has welcomed a new addition – Street Spirit, an independent spirits and beer specialist.

Independent spirits and beer specialist opens in Chesterfield town centre

The balcony on Lilac Street has become well-known in Hollingwood after winning the ‘best Christmas decorations’ award twice in a row, in 2021 and 2022.

Award-winning Chesterfield balcony all lit up for Christmas

The stone-built cottage is in the sought-after village of Sheldon on the fringes of Bakewell.

Peak District cottage is surrounded by countryside walks

More Lifestyle

Artist impression of the much-anticipated Project D store at Meadowhall

Free doughnuts and Santa to mark Project D arrival at Meadowhall

The Rising Sun is back open again.

First look at Chesterfield pub relaunched after lengthy period of closure

Tracey said the venue was a “family pub” with a “great atmosphere.”

Take a look inside the Boot and Slipper – a family pub with a “great atmosphere”

Opinion

There's a letter this week on the subject of allotments.

Letter: Allotment solutions are available if the strength of feeling is there

In Derby, there is an ongoing battle between a couple who have been allotment holders for years and their committee.Kris Stone
Another letter this week about bus services in the area.

Letter: Stagecoach director's comments left room full of people astonished

A delay to a bypass is just another example of how levelling up isn't working, says a reader.

Letter: Levelling up is a failed policy and we need to move on from it

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

Laurence Coupe

Sarah Dines, MP for Derbyshire Dales.

Sarah Dines column: I implore NatWest to think again about nonsensical closure

A question of right or wrong in a letter this week.

Letter: Plans for new aircraft make me think values are all wrong

​Our latest Champions columnist is Esther Hurst-Davis, marketing assistant at Destination Chesterfield

Champions column: It's great to see such a focus on the community in our town

Business

Simon Hall learns CPR from Nigel Vaughan at St John Ambulance

Derbyshire company staff take a break to learn vital CPR

Buxton resident has been the inspiration behind a new online service launched by her daughter in her memory.

Derbyshire resident is the inspiration behind a new online service

Lucinda White, Director, Pure Awards

Pure Awards launch brand new 2024 Award Writing Masterclasses

Create Finance's Andy, Chloe, Gindy, and Karl accepting both awards.

Prestigious National Awards won by Specialist Broker Create Finance

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

Jools Holland will return to BBC Two for his Annual Hootenanny 2023.

How to watch Jools Holland’s Annual Hootenanny 2023 and full line-up

Fancy watching something a little different this Christmas? Look no further.

Christmas Day 2023 - Alternative watch guide

These to 'new' Christmas traditions are slowly pushing old ones out

British Gas electricity customers can claim half price electricity on Christmas Day.

British Gas offers half price electricity on Christmas Day

Retailer calls on psychic to aid customers find the perfect gifts

Check out the full Christmas Day schedules across main channels.

Christmas Day 2023 TV schedules - soaps, movies, and specials

Must Read

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.”

Twelve indie shops of Christmas free prize draw

Chesterfield’s twelve indie shops of Christmas