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Fifteen people charged as part of drugs investigation

Fri, 24 May 2013 14:27:56 GMT

Fifteen people have been charged with 43 offences as part of a large-scale drugs investigation by Derbyshire police.

Former Matlock pupil wins prestigious John Lewis design award

Fri, 24 May 2013 12:12:25 GMT

A former Highfields School pupil has won the prestigious New Designers John Lewis Award for his chair design.

VIDEO: Anthony Gell pupils meet world-class athletes

Fri, 24 May 2013 11:36:06 GMT

Here’s a video of sporting Anthony Gell students getting an education from two world-class athletes.

VIDEO: Protesters descend on Peak Park offices

Fri, 24 May 2013 11:31:29 GMT

Hordes of motorcyclists and 4x4 drivers descended on the Peak District National Park offices this morning (Friday) to protest against plans to ban them from green lanes in the area.

Unprovoked attack

Fri, 24 May 2013 10:39:26 GMT

A man who launched an unprovoked attack on a stranger in Buxton has been given a community order.

DERBYSHIRE: Parents urged to get their children vaccinated

Fri, 24 May 2013 10:28:09 GMT

Letters have been sent to the parents of all school pupils in Derbyshire reminding them to make sure their children get the MMR vaccine.

Teenagers help police clean up Buxton BMX track

Thu, 23 May 2013 16:03:23 GMT

A group of four teenagers who helped clear litter from a Buxton BMX track have been praised by police.

DERBYSHIRE: Ambulance service is at ‘breaking point’

Thu, 23 May 2013 15:46:22 GMT

A shock report has claimed East Midlands Ambulance Service (EMAS) is at “breaking point” – as it is fined millions for failing to meet targets.

Charity fun day at Matlock pet shop

Thu, 23 May 2013 14:06:22 GMT

Pet lovers are invited to a charity fun day at Mole Country Stores in Matlock on Saturday.

DERBYSHIRE: MPs are ‘horrified’ after Woolwich murder

Thu, 23 May 2013 13:44:26 GMT

Derbyshire MPs have spoken out following the killing of a serving soldier in south-east London in an terrorist attack.

World-class athletes back Dales effort

Thu, 23 May 2013 13:32:09 GMT

Two world-class athletes paid a visit to the Dales this week to kick-start a Wirksworth woman’s mountainous charity challenge.

Olympic insurer steps in to cover Bakewell pie fight

Thu, 23 May 2013 13:27:40 GMT

Mayor of Bakewell Paul Morgans has thrown a big pie in the face of health and safety gone mad after finding an insurer for his Mr Darcy Custard Pie Fight.

Police swoop on New Mills house

Thu, 23 May 2013 13:27:30 GMT

A 48–year–old man was arrested after police stormed a New Mills home, uncovering a quantity of suspected cannabis.

Witness appeal after Bakewell attack

Thu, 23 May 2013 11:50:07 GMT

Police have today launched an appeal for witnesses after a man told officers he was assaulted in Bakewell.

Peak eco–business wins big

Thu, 23 May 2013 11:22:17 GMT

A Peak District business has been declared cream of the crop when it comes to eco–tourism after scooping a top national award for its commitment to the environment.

Burbage church to host Bank Holiday Monday fair

Thu, 23 May 2013 09:47:08 GMT

Christ Church, Burbage, is holding its May Fair on Bank Holiday Monday May 27.

Dambusters tribute moves wartime engineer to tears

Thu, 23 May 2013 07:06:56 GMT

This week marked the 70th anniversary of 617 squadron’s legendary ‘Dambusters’ raid against Germany in the Second World War.

Need to improve county’s diet

Thu, 23 May 2013 07:01:56 GMT

A study has painted a mixed picture for health and prosperity in Derbyshire.

Free sunglasses for every reader!

Wed, 22 May 2013 15:04:59 GMT

There’s no excuse for not looking cool this summer, as we’re giving away a free paper of sunglasses for every reader in this week’s Mercury!

Police appeal after damage to cars in Dove Holes

Wed, 22 May 2013 10:31:07 GMT

Police are investigating criminal damage to two cars in Dove Holes.