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News, stories, and updates from the county of Derbyshire, UK - we originally started this service on the bird app in 2012 and now happily here on Bluesky
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Catherine joins wellbeing walk in the Peak District

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The Princess of Wales joins wellbeing walk in the Peak District
The Princess of Wales braved the rain for a walk with the charity Mind Over Mountains.
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January 29, 2026 at 10:13 AM
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Walker rescued after night on Kinder Scout

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Walker rescued after night on Kinder Scout in Peak District
The experienced walker faced worsening weather and got into difficulty trying to walk down.
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January 29, 2026 at 10:08 AM
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Man who built firm in bedroom joins The Apprentice

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Man who built firm in bedroom joins The Apprentice
Dan Miller, who set up a student recruitment company, hopes to get investment from Lord Alan Sugar.
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January 29, 2026 at 8:53 AM
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Hereditary peer banned from House of Lords

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Earl of Shrewsbury banned from House of Lords for two weeks
The Earl of Shrewsbury broke rules on claiming travel expenses, a conduct committee finds.
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January 29, 2026 at 8:53 AM
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Tiny heart pump 'saved dad's life', says daughter

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Tiny heart pump 'saved dad's life' at Sheffield hospital - daughter
John Barrass, 78, is successfully treated at Sheffield's Northern General Hospital.
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January 29, 2026 at 8:23 AM
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Horse Roly claims top honour in international show

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Derbyshire horse wins top title at London International Horse Show
Roly, a 16-year-old gelding, beat 17 others to claim the prestigious honour.
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January 29, 2026 at 8:23 AM
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Major road closed 'for days' due to gas leak

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Major Peak District road closed 'for days' due to gas leak
Drivers are being told to allow extra time for their journeys after the emergency closure.
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January 29, 2026 at 8:08 AM
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Plans submitted for new £59m leisure centre

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Plans submitted for new £59m Swadlincote leisure centre
If approved, the leisure centre and office complex is expected to be completed by 2028.
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January 29, 2026 at 8:08 AM
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Thousands lose access to dental appointments

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Thousands in Derbyshire lose access to dental appointments
Figures show almost 10,000 patients a year saw reduced access over a five-year period in Derbyshire.
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January 29, 2026 at 6:24 AM
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Wedding venue plan for country house approved

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Wedding venue plans for Allestree Hall approved
Planning documents say the site has been "partially derelict" for decades.
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January 29, 2026 at 6:24 AM
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Glossop woman took her own life after benefits cut in error

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Tameside woman 'took own life after benefits cut in error' - coroner
A coroner wrote to the DWP to express her concerns after the death of Tamara Logan in Tameside.
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January 29, 2026 at 6:23 AM
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Guildhall Theatre reopening delayed

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Derby Guildhall Theatre reopening delayed
The council says the venue will no longer be able to open by December 2027.
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January 29, 2026 at 6:23 AM
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Bakery boss 'happy' with much-maligned pork pie

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Birds Bakery boss 'happy' with much-maligned pork pie
Jamie Bird says he is happy with the pie after completing checks in response to the online backlash.
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January 28, 2026 at 5:43 PM
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Hereditary peer banned from House of Lords

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Earl of Shrewsbury banned from House of Lords for two weeks
The Earl of Shrewsbury broke rules on claiming travel expenses, a conduct committee finds.
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January 28, 2026 at 5:33 PM
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Secret Derbyshire

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Secret Derbyshire - Mickleover Test Track - BBC Sounds
A trip along the old Friargate line, between Egginton Junction and Etwall
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January 28, 2026 at 3:24 PM
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"I'd love to be that person for someone else"

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"I'd love to be that person for someone else" - BBC Sounds
Hannah Standing's graduated as a paramedic, inspired by those who saved her dad's life.
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January 28, 2026 at 3:24 PM
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Polar Preet's North Pole challenge

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Polar Preet's North Pole challenge - BBC Sounds
Sinfin's "Polar Preet" Chandi wants to reach the North Pole, solo and unsupported.
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January 28, 2026 at 3:24 PM
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Smalley man takes on Alan Sugar's boardroom

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Smalley man takes on Alan Sugar's boardroom - BBC Sounds
Dan Miller, who's originally from Smalley, stars in the new series of The Apprentice.
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January 28, 2026 at 3:23 PM
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Plans submitted for new £59m leisure centre

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Plans submitted for new £59m Swadlincote leisure centre
If approved, the leisure centre and office complex is expected to be completed by 2028.
www.bbc.com
January 28, 2026 at 1:33 PM
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Beekeeper loses 140,000 bees to wasps and snow

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Shottle beekeeper loses 140,000 bees to wasps and snow
Paul Haggett said it was "soul-destroying" to find all his hives left empty at Handley Farm.
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January 28, 2026 at 1:33 PM
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Catherine joins wellbeing walk in Peak District

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Catherine joins wellbeing walk in Peak District
The Princess of Wales braved the rain for a walk with the charity Mind Over Mountains.
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January 28, 2026 at 11:33 AM
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Appeal after man found seriously injured

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Appeal after man found seriously injured in Eckington
Police want to speak to the drivers of two cars seen leaving the area after a suspected assault.
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January 28, 2026 at 11:33 AM
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Woman 'took own life after benefits cut in error'

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Tameside woman 'took own life after benefits cut in error' - coroner
A coroner wrote to the DWP to express her concerns after the death of Tamara Logan in Tameside.
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January 28, 2026 at 10:53 AM
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Cinema at swingers club approved by council

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Swingers club cinema gets green light from city council
The owner of The Attic Experience had said a refusal could have led to the venue's demise.
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January 28, 2026 at 10:53 AM
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Cyclist completes 23,000km Melbourne-Melbourne ride

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Cyclist completes 23,000km Melbourne to Melbourne ride
Rob Goliah completed the challenge six months after setting off from the East Midlands last summer.
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January 28, 2026 at 6:43 AM