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.
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Derby Explosives Incident: Police Issue Major Update
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.
Discover Hathersage: Jane Eyre village with heated 1930s pool
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.
Discover Buxton: Peak District's Hidden Spa Town Gem
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.
Derby Explosives Probe: 200 Homes Evacuated, Two Men Held
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.
Derby explosives scare: Two arrested, 200 homes evacuated
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.
Chatsworth Christmas Market: A Festive UK Gem
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 killed, boy injured in Derbyshire crash
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.
Two women dead, boy injured in Derbyshire crash
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.
Castleton: Peak District Village With Pubs & Mam Tor Views
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!
Belper's best high street battles roadworks chaos
Discover why Belper's twice-crowned best high street in Britain faces local anger over persistent roadworks and traffic issues disrupting daily life.
Monyash: A Quaint Peak District Village for Winter
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.
Two women killed, boy critical in Derbyshire crash
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 killed in Nottinghamshire border car crash
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.
Police called to 'abandoned dog' find Frozen reindeer
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.
Matlock RNLI Raft Race at risk due to volunteer abuse
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!
Discover Joseph Wright's Derby Inspiration
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.
Song Thrush's December Joy in Derbyshire Dawn
A song thrush's rare December performance brings unexpected joy to Hogshaw, Derbyshire. Discover the science and poetry behind this uplifting winter chorus.
BASE jumper rescued in dramatic Moab helicopter operation
A BASE jumper was dramatically rescued after being pinned to a Utah cliff face by a parachute. Watch the perilous helicopter hoist operation that saved their life.
Man rescued from Manchester river in 2am emergency
Dramatic overnight rescue in Manchester as firefighters save a man from the River Medlock. Emergency services praised for swift response. Read the full story.
House for sale with massive pylon in garden
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.
Derbyshire home for sale has giant pylon in garden
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.
Alaska Governor rescues fishermen in Bering Sea emergency
Alaska Governor Mike Dunleavy turns rescuer during dangerous Bering Sea mission, helping save four fishermen from treacherous waters near Bethel in extraordinary emergency operation.
Prisoner returns to jail after day out in shocking CCTV
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.
Buxton Weekend Guide: Discover Derbyshire's Spa Town
Escape to the Peak District for a perfect weekend retreat. Our comprehensive guide reveals Buxton's finest thermal spas, cultural attractions, and culinary delights in England's highest market town.
Lost Derbyshire village reappears after 70 years underwater
The mysterious Peak District village of Derwent, deliberately flooded in the 1940s to create Ladybower Reservoir, has dramatically reappeared during recent dry weather, revealing haunting remnants of a lost community.
British women stranded in Himalayas as army rescue fails
Exclusive: Three British and Irish women remain trapped in Nepal's treacherous Hidden Valley as military rescue teams face extreme weather and dangerous terrain in desperate bid to reach them.
SF cliff rescue: Dog saved from 300ft fall
A daring helicopter rescue operation saved a dog that fell 300 feet down a San Francisco cliff, with emergency crews working tirelessly through challenging conditions.
Walker critically injured by flying wing mirror in Peak District
A routine hill walk turned to tragedy when a walker was struck by a detached car wing mirror on one of Britain's most popular hiking routes. The victim remains in critical condition as authorities investigate the shocking incident.
Human chain rescues woman from sinking car
Dramatic footage captures the moment quick-thinking strangers formed an impromptu human chain to save a trapped driver as her vehicle submerged in South Carolina waters.
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