Cowboy builder jailed for £100k extension fraud
A Derbyshire family was conned out of £98,000 by a cowboy builder who left their home in ruins. Michael Parr, 55, was sentenced to two years and eight months in prison. Read the full story.
A Derbyshire family was conned out of £98,000 by a cowboy builder who left their home in ruins. Michael Parr, 55, was sentenced to two years and eight months in prison. Read the full story.
Derbyshire Police provide a crucial update after a major incident in Derby led to the evacuation of 200 homes. Get the latest details on the ongoing investigation.
Explore Hathersage, a Peak District village that inspired Charlotte Brontë's Jane Eyre. Discover its cosy pubs, scenic walks, and unique heated outdoor lido. Plan your visit today.
Explore Buxton, Derbyshire's stunning spa town. Discover wild swimming at Three Shires Head, walk the Solomon's Temple trail, and relax in thermal spas. Your perfect UK getaway awaits.
Bomb disposal officers search properties in Derby after a controlled explosion. Over 200 homes evacuated as two Polish men are questioned over explosives offences. Latest updates and street closures.
A major incident was declared in Derby after police arrested two men on suspicion of explosives offences, leading to the evacuation of over 200 homes. Read the latest updates.
Google's 2025 Year in Search for Australia is out. Discover the people, events, and questions that captivated the nation, from AI breakthroughs to sporting triumphs. Explore the full list now.
A deep-sea search for Malaysia Airlines Flight MH370 resumes on December 30, 2025. Ocean Infinity leads the 55-day mission to solve the 11-year mystery. Read the latest details.
The search for missing Malaysia Airlines Flight MH370 is set to restart over a decade after its disappearance. A new deep-sea survey aims to finally solve aviation's greatest mystery. Read the latest.
Victoria Police can now search children without a warrant under new laws. Critics warn of overreach and potential harm to youth. Read the full analysis.
Discover why Chatsworth Christmas Market in Derbyshire is being hailed as a superior, classy alternative to crowded city markets. Find local gifts, fair prices, and stunning views.
Two women died and a nine-year-old boy suffered life-changing injuries in a Derbyshire car crash. An 18-year-old man has been arrested. Police are appealing for witnesses.
Amie Pearson, 26, and Chelsea Carlisle, 29, died in a Derbyshire collision. A nine-year-old boy suffered life-changing injuries. An 18-year-old man was arrested.
Discover Castleton, a charming Derbyshire village nestled near Mam Tor. Explore cosy pubs, quaint tearooms, and unique Blue John caverns after a scenic hike. Plan your visit today!
Discover why Belper's twice-crowned best high street in Britain faces local anger over persistent roadworks and traffic issues disrupting daily life.
Explore Monyash, a charming Derbyshire village near Bakewell. Discover stunning Peak District walks, a cosy pub, and a traditional tearoom for the perfect winter getaway.
An 18-year-old man has been arrested after two women died and a nine-year-old boy was left fighting for his life following a collision in Pleasley. Police are appealing for witnesses.
Two women in their 20s died and a child suffered life-changing injuries in a horrific car crash on the Nottinghamshire/Derbyshire border. Police are appealing for witnesses. Contact them with information.
Derbyshire Police responded to calls about an abandoned dog on a roadside, only to discover it was a life-sized model of Sven from Disney's Frozen. The festive mix-up has brought smiles to the local community.
Police intensify the search for four-year-old Gus Lamont, who vanished from his grandparents' remote station two months ago. New efforts focus on remote mine shafts. Follow for updates.
The future of Matlock's beloved Boxing Day RNLI charity raft race is in jeopardy after marshals faced verbal abuse from spectators. Organisers urgently need volunteers to save the event that has raised over £150,000. Help save this tradition!
Explore Derby and the Peak District through the eyes of Joseph Wright. A new London exhibition celebrates the artist inspired by industry and sublime landscapes.
A song thrush's rare December performance brings unexpected joy to Hogshaw, Derbyshire. Discover the science and poetry behind this uplifting winter chorus.
Charles Hosch, 67, disappeared while hiking the Byron Herbert Reece Trail near Blood Mountain. The experienced hiker and SMU professor was last seen on November 11. Authorities urge public help.
A large-scale search operation is underway off the north-west coast of Ireland for a missing UK Navy crew member last seen on Friday night. Follow the latest updates.
A three-bedroom house in Ilkeston is on the market for £190,000, but its estate agent listing fails to mention the enormous electricity pylon in the garden. Discover the full story.
A three-bedroom family home in Stanley, Derbyshire, is on the market for just £190,000, but its garden contains a massive electricity pylon. Discover this unique property listing.
Exclusive CCTV reveals convicted criminal Shaun Miller's brazen return to HMP Sudbury after enjoying hours of freedom while on day release, sparking major security concerns.
Grieving brother demands police reform after his sister's tragic death following traumatic stop-and-search incident that left car window smashed in freezing weather
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