Six-year-old Georgie has taken part in Ashgate Hospice’s Superhero Night Walk every year and is getting ready to put on her cape once again – this time helping encourage other children across Chesterfield to join her. Georgie, from Brampton, will join hundreds of young superheroes at Queen’s Park on Saturday 17 October, walking between one and
Police and Crime Commissioner Nicolle Ndiweni-Roberts has formally commenced the recruitment process for Derbyshire Constabulary’s next Chief Constable. The recruitment process follows the retirement of Chief Constable Rachel Swann in May this year, with Simon Blatchly OBE currently serving as Temporary Chief Constable. Setting out her expectations for the role, the Commissioner said she is
A runner who grew up near Matlock has spoken about how she turned grief into purpose by completing 42 marathons in a year, in memory of her late brother. Jesseca Furness, a presenter with The Running Channel, took on the challenge in 2025 in honour of her eldest brother Eddie, who would have turned 42
Report by Local Democracy Reporter – Jon Cooper Derbyshire County Council, which boasts the popular Peak District National Park on its patch, has slated the Government after it announced that it will be giving mayors new powers to levy a ‘tourist tax’ on holiday accommodations. The Reform UK council previously backed opposition Group Leader, Cllr
Report by Local Democracy Reporter – George Lythgoe When choosing to drive between Manchester and Sheffield, on paper, it should be a picturesque journey. The Snake Pass offers stunning views of the Peak District National Park and a smattering of quaint village stop-offs. But the reality can be very different. Many commuters know the route
Chesterfield ended Oldham Athletic’s 100% home start to the season with an impressive 2-1 victory at Boundary Park. Paul Cook’s side took the lead before half-time through Lee Bonis, before Oldham hit back early in the second half. The hosts were awarded a penalty in the 18th minute after Louie Marsh’s shot struck the hand
Buxton strengthened their form at The Silverlands with a composed 3‑1 win over Chester, securing back‑to‑back home victories this week. Pressure arrived early from the hosts, with Sisa Tuntulwana’s long throws repeatedly forcing Chester’s defence to clear urgently. Chester’s reply came quickly, as Sam Reed swung a cross just over Jacob Hazel before driving
UP NEXT Buxton are at home again as they face Chester on 12 September, with a 3pm kick-off. Last Game The Bucks bounced back from a 4-0 defeat with a 5-0 win over Brackley Town on Tuesday night. https://x.com/buxton_fc/status/2097425273541079304?s=46&t=AnTZggfPOzewpACRe7Y0sw Goals from Tuntulwana x2, Scales, Mee and Woltman secured all three points. Sisa Tuntulwana earned himself
Report by Local Democracy Reporter – Jon Cooper Worried villagers descended upon a council meeting with growing fears about increased traffic, over-stretched services and the loss of greenfield land after learning about a controversial Derbyshire housing scheme for up to 1,000 homes. Brimington Parish Council hosted the public meeting on Tuesday, September 8, at Brimington
Report by Local Democracy Reporter – Jon Cooper Derbyshire’s ten main councils have insisted they are in a ‘strong position’ to respond to the Government’s decision to pause sweeping Local Government Reorganisation plans for the county. Councils have been preparing for LGR with plans for the introduction of larger unitary councils between 2027 and 2028