Chesterfield suffered a disappointing setback in their play-off push as they were beaten 3-0 by Oldham Athletic at the SMH Group Stadium. Former Spireite Kane Drummond proved the difference, scoring twice against his old club, while another ex-Chesterfield player, Mike Fondop, also got on the scoresheet in a clinical away performance. Oldham took the lead
Report by Local Democracy Reporter – Jon Cooper The chairman of an angling club and a key campaigner behind the bid to return fishing to a Derbyshire beauty spot have both described a council decision to agree a short-term fishing licence as ‘fantastic’ after a long-running dispute. North East Derbyshire District Council originally withdrew Clay
Report by Local Democracy Reporter – Eddie Bisknell A Derbyshire village library will now be temporarily closed for nearly two years due to noise, dust, and vibrations from the rebuilding of a neighbouring school. Derbyshire County Council has decided to extend the temporary closure of Somercotes library in Bank Street until June 2027, due to
Chesterfield’s vibrant cultural identity and the community impact of ongoing regeneration took centre stage at this year’s Celebrate Chesterfield conference. Organised by Destination Chesterfield and supported by Vines Legal and Stepnell, the event highlighted how culture, creativity and placemaking are becoming core drivers in the town’s long-term economic strategy. Emily Bowman, Managing Director at Junction
Buxton continued their fine form on the road with a 1-0 win over Leamington, with an early goal being the difference. The first opening arrived inside three minutes when Johnny Johnston drove at the near post and forced the goalkeeper into a sharp save. Sustained pressure followed through a succession of corners, with Kieran Burton
Report by North Derbyshire Radio’s David Bell Dronfield Town took the spoils with a terrific derby victory over Staveley MW on Tuesday evening. Chris Simpkins fired Town into the lead in the seventh minute in a first half that they mostly dominated. Staveley were awarded a penalty in the final minute of the half that
Report by North Derbyshire Radio’s Ben Smith. Chesterfield’s inability to string wins together reared its head once again on Tuesday night, with Oldham Athletic consigning them to a 3-0 defeat in their midweek League Two meeting. Kane Drummond was at the double and Mike Fondop also on target as both returned to the SMH Group