Two projects to reopen existing rail lines to passengers bringing the potential to build up to 5 new train stations in Derbyshire are steaming ahead with project leaders working with Network Rail to get the plans moving. Just a handful of projects nationally have been invited to submit an outline business case for funding as …
A man has died in hospital following a collision near to Chapel-en-le-Frith yesterday (Monday 27 June). Officers were called just after 2.10pm to reports of a collision at the roundabout where the A6 meets the A624 at Chapel-en-le-Frith, near The Fickle Mermaid pub. One vehicle was involved, and a man was taken to hospital for …
Derbyshire Police and Crime Commissioner Angelique Foster has launched a county-wide survey to help her strengthen the policing services local people receive. As part of her commitment to improving frontline policing and ensuring Derbyshire Constabulary delivers a top-quality service to the public, Police and Crime Commissioner Angelique Foster is inviting residents to share their views …
Gypsy and Traveller families have parked a number of caravans on a consecrated Derbyshire site set to become a burial ground. The site, in Derby Road, Doveridge, bordering the A50, had a fence with padlock and a number of large concrete blocks in place to prevent illegal entry. However, late on Saturday night and early …
Confrontations in Derbyshire Dales over travellers site. Read More »
A petition for more traffic calming measures outside a Derbyshire school has been launched, as campaigners say action needs to be taken to protect the community. Councillor Donna Hales, who represents Bolsover North and Shuttlewood at Bolsover District Council, has been campaigning for something to be done about the traffic outside Brockley Primary School, in …
New petition for road safety measures outside North Derbyshire school. Read More »
Volunteers are needed to sign up to take part in a sponsored swim to help in fighting loneliness this summer. The event called Swim Against Loneliness will be taking place at Queen’s Park Sports Centre from 4 to 9 July 2022 and anyone can take part. On Saturday 9 July, an event will be held …
Residents in Chesterfield urged to swim against loneliness in new campaign Read More »
Park-goers in Chesterfield are being asked for their help to find vandals who have damaged furniture and public toilets in Holmebrook Valley Park – forcing the closure of the toilet facilities whilst repairs are undertaken. The incident, that took place on the evening of Thursday 23 June, has also seen extensive areas of the park …
Appeal to find vandals who caused damage at Chesterfield park. Read More »
Designs for an ‘impressive’ aqueduct can be drawn up in the latest stage of the ambitious multi-million pound Chesterfield Canal restoration project. The Chesterfield Canal Trust will now be inviting tenders to design the aqueduct, which will be 37 metres long and stand ten metres above the River Doe Lea, at Staveley. The cost of …
It’s hoped a new rail training facility will be a driving force behind the regeneration of a former industrial town, bringing skills and employment opportunities to its population. The Derbyshire Rail Industry Innovation Vehicle (DRIIVe) centre, will be located on land at the back of Barrow Hill Roundhouse and is one of the key aspects …
New £5million rail innovation centre set for Chesterfield. Read More »
A man has been charged with sexual assault following an incident in New Whittington. Just before 5pm on Saturday 4 June officers on patrol in the area were stopped by a group who reported that a teenage girl had been sexually assaulted. A man was arrested later that evening, and the 20-year-old has been charged …
Man charged with sexual assault following an incident in Old Whittington. Read More »
