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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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Rail services disrupted after car hit by train

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Rail services disrupted after car hit by train on level crossing
The vehicle was on a level crossing when hit by a train, causing the line to be closed.
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November 28, 2025 at 6:58 PM
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Man arrested over threat after police stand-off

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Man arrested over knife threat after police stand-off in Derby
Derbyshire Police say a man in his 40s was arrested on suspicion of affray.
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November 28, 2025 at 6:58 PM
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'He's rattled' - security separate Clarke & TKV

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Clarke vs TKV: Security separate heavyweights at weigh-in for British title fight
Frazer Clarke swore at Jeamie 'TKV' Tshikeva's team as tempers flared at a testy weigh-in for Saturday's British heavyweight title bout.
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November 28, 2025 at 4:43 PM
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Alton Towers boss chosen as council's next CEO

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Alton Towers boss chosen as next CEO of Reform UK-run council
Neil Crittenden is set to take on the role of chief executive at Derbyshire County Council.
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November 28, 2025 at 3:23 PM
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'New SEND centre has grown my confidence so much'

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'New Derby SEND college has grown my confidence so much'
The new facility in Derby city centre is helping students like Georgia become more independent.
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November 28, 2025 at 3:23 PM
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Plea after £2k equipment stolen from woodland

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Plea after £2k equipment stolen from woodland in Ripley
About £2,000 of tools were stolen from Waingroves Woodland between Sunday and Wednesday.
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November 28, 2025 at 6:24 AM
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What council shake-up could mean for Derbyshire

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What local council shake-up could mean for Derbyshire
Ministers want to cut the number of councils and plans from Derby and Derbyshire have been sent in.
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November 28, 2025 at 6:24 AM
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Family escaped through window as e-bike caused fire

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Family escaped through window as e-bike caused Drakelow fire
The fire service has warned of the dangers e-bike batteries can pose when charged overnight.
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November 28, 2025 at 6:23 AM
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Traders' plea for stability as shopping spend falls

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Derbyshire traders appeal for stability ahead of the Budget as shopping spend falls
Businesses at Cromford Mills say they have noticed visitors are spending less ahead of the Budget.
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November 28, 2025 at 6:23 AM
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Sycamore Gap tree saplings to be planted in county

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Sycamore Gap tree saplings planted in Derbyshire
Three saplings taken from the illegally felled Sycamore Gap tree are being planted across Derbyshire.
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November 28, 2025 at 6:18 AM
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Midwife transforms green spaces for community

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Alvaston midwife transforms green spaces for community
Louise Howell has transformed 12 spaces in Alvaston from litter-filled spots into thriving areas.
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November 28, 2025 at 6:18 AM
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Man arrested over threat after police stand-off

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Man arrested over knife threat after police stand-off in Derby
Derbyshire Police says a man in his 40s was arrested on suspicion of affray.
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November 27, 2025 at 12:43 PM
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Relief as work begins on town's canalside revamp

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Relief as work begins on Long Eaton canalside revamp
A major project to replace an old bridge and breathe new life into Long Eaton's waterfront starts.
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November 27, 2025 at 12:43 PM
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Four men arrested after armed robbery of shop

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Four men arrested after armed robbery of New Mills shop
Derbyshire Police say the men, in their 40s and 50s, remain in police custody.
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November 27, 2025 at 11:43 AM
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Designs released as part of £59m leisure centre plan

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Designs released as part of £59m Swadlincote leisure centre plan
The plans for the centre, which it is hoped will be completed by 2028, are open for consultation.
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November 27, 2025 at 11:43 AM
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Notts to start title defence against Somerset

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County Championship: Notts to start title defence against Somerset
Title-holders Notts will start the 2026 County Championship with an away game against Somerset, while One-Day Cup winners Worcestershire face Derbyshire in their opening match.
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November 27, 2025 at 10:33 AM
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'Serious' crash shuts road 'for some time'

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'Serious' crash shuts Pleasley road 'for some time'
Emergency services asked drivers to avoid the road between the A617 and Meadow Lane.
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November 27, 2025 at 8:18 AM
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Plans submitted to turn former pub into flats

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Plans submitted to turn former pub in Long Eaton into flats
A previous application to use the building as a 13-bed HMO was refused in September.
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November 27, 2025 at 8:18 AM
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'New SEND centre has grown my confidence so much'

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'New Derby SEND college has grown my confidence so much'
The new facility in Derby city centre is helping students like Georgia become more independent.
www.bbc.com
November 27, 2025 at 6:13 AM
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Knitter stars in show after daughter's suggestion

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Knitter stars in Channel 4 show The Game of Wool after daughter's suggestion
Stephanie Thompson said she met some "amazing people" while on The Game of Wool.
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November 27, 2025 at 6:13 AM
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Batter Donald signs new Derbyshire deal

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Aneurin Donald: Derbyshire wicketkeeper-batter signs new deal
Derbyshire wicketkeeper-batter Aneurin Donald signs a two-year contract extension to remain with the county until 2028.
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November 26, 2025 at 11:18 AM
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Derby 'hopeful' Morris injury will not end season

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Carlton Morris: Derby County 'hopeful' striker has avoided season-ending injury
Derby County's Carlton Morris can only
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November 26, 2025 at 9:58 AM
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Traders plea for stability as shopping spend falls

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Derbyshire traders appeal for stability ahead of the Budget as shopping spend falls
Businesses at Cromford Mills say they have noticed visitors are spending less ahead of the Budget.
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November 26, 2025 at 8:04 AM
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'My 46-year gambling addiction began at seven'

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'My 46-year gambling addiction began at seven'
Former addict John Wade says he gambled on "anything and everything" for 46 years.
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November 26, 2025 at 8:04 AM
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Family escaped through window as e-bike caused fire

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Family escaped through window as e-bike caused Drakelow fire
The fire service has warned of the dangers e-bike batteries can pose when charged overnight.
www.bbc.com
November 26, 2025 at 6:43 AM