Report by Local Democracy Reporter – Jon Cooper A North Derbyshire council has welcomed a Government-backed crackdown on illegal waste gang sites including ongoing plans with new heat maps and greater enforcement after around 100 tonnes of rubbish was illegally dumped at a derelict quarry. The Government is determined to shut down criminal gangs operating
Barnet’s unbeaten start to the season continued as Chesterfield battled back twice to earn a point in a dramatic six-goal thriller. The Bees took the lead just before the half-hour mark when a short corner found Tom Knowles in space on the edge of the penalty area. He made no mistake, curling a superb effort
Chesterfield were held at home to Gillingham after a late goal rescued a point for the visitors. Josh Koroma put the home side ahead before Ronan Hale equalised just before the hour-mark. Dilan Markanday and Lee Bonis threatened for the hosts early on, the former testing Ollie Wright with a long-range effort which was saved
Substitute Paul Mullin scored in the 90th minute to give Alex Bruce his first victory as Rotherham United manager as the Millers edged out Chesterfield 2-1 in a dramatic encounter at a noisy New York Stadium. It was the first league meeting between the two sides in 13 years, and Rotherham made a fast start.
Report by Local Democracy Reporter – Eddie Bisknell Officials are set to gift land in an affluent Derbyshire town to a housing developer for free. At a Derbyshire Dales District Council meeting next week, councillors are set to agree a plan to gift land off Yeld Close, Bakewell, to the Nottingham Community Housing Association –
Report by Local Democracy Reporter – Eddie Bisknell Parking restrictions and fines introduced on roads around a Peak District tourist hotspot have brought in thousands of pounds, with calls for more work to be done. In May, Derbyshire County Council laid the area’s first red routes, double red lines which indicate no stopping at any
An aerial view of the proposed site of up to 250 homes in The Green Road, Ashbourne. Image from Google. Report by Local Democracy Reporter – Eddie Bisknell Plans for more than 200 houses on Derbyshire fields could threaten the route of a beloved historic annual sporting event, residents fear. Royal Shrovetide football dominates the
Barrow Hill Memorial Hall has been officially reopened following a major refurbishment that has created a modern community hub. The refurbished hub features a community pantry, community bar and café, family hub, physical activity space and a health hub. It provides a space for the village residents to access a variety of support services and
Cllr Barry Dyke and Marie Dyke with representatives from Poolsbrook Social Welfare Scheme and Chesterfield Royal Hospital Trust Charity. Chesterfield’s former Mayor and Mayoress have presented a cheque to their chosen charities to mark fundraising efforts during their year in office. Councillor Barry Dyke and Marie Dyke presented a cheque for £10,347 to Poolsbrook Social
Police and Crime Commissioner Nicolle Ndiweni-Roberts, Chair of the Derbyshire Criminal Justice Board (DCJB), recently brought criminal justice partners together for a dedicated business planning day to review progress, strengthen collaboration and agree priorities for the year ahead. The event provided an opportunity for agencies from across Derbyshire’s criminal justice system to reflect on achievements,