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Several services across the world are affected by a Microsoft outage this morning (Friday, November 13).

Live Latest updates as Derbyshire services affected by Microsoft outage

School children in a classroom.

SEND services still below national standards - but progress made

Henry’s dad runs E W Coates Butchers at Darley Dale.

Derbyshire darts star set to mark breakthrough year with TV debut

New laws mean pupils will not have access to their phones at any point in the school day from September 2027.

'School phone ban will help kids be kids'

Emergency incident at Derbyshire Rolls-Royce site

Incident involving chemical and gas leak leaves several roads closed

A Labour Cabinet Minister has accused Derbyshire Reform UK of ‘running scared of basic scrutiny’ after it cut all contact with a Local Democracy Reporter.

Reform UK-led council accused of ‘running scared of basic scrutiny’

The Holme Hall GP Surgery, run by Royal Primary Care, is currently operated on a part-time basis.

Calls for clarity on NHS improvement plan amid long wait for GP visits

Chesterfield Magistrates Court

Biker seen ‘swerving’ after taking cocaine sentenced

Chinook helicopter near Curbar in the Peak District

Iconic Chinook helicopter seen flying over the Peak District

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Newly revealed figures show Derbyshire regions with the best and worst food hygiene scores.

Areas with the worst and the best food hygiene scores revealed

The incident, involving two groups of people, occurred on 11 November in the area of Coniston Road and Dunston Road before moving to Newbold Road.

Incident involving two groups leads to three road closures

A property at Chandos Crescent in Killamarsh has been slammed with a closure order.

Property linked to ‘significant’ anti-social behaviour closed

NE Derbyshire District Council confirmed a Breach of Condition Notice has been issued to Tilia Homes which was originally granted planning permission to build 469 properties at The Avenue site, off Derby Road, at Wingerworth

Derbyshire councillor urges developer to replant missing trees at housing scheme

Chesterfield FC

Chesterfield chief Paul Cook

Chesterfield boss gets three-match ban and a fine for misconduct

Chesterfield have averaged more than three goals per game in the last four matches

Paul Cook’s entertainers stick to their principles for away test

Some of the 1,700 Spireites who filled the away end

Mansfield Town v Chesterfield fans gallery

High- five for two-goal Dylan Duffy at Mansfield

Chesterfield launch stunning second-half comeback to beat big rivals

Retro

Ironville carnival, August 1983.

Captivating photographs of the 1990s and 1980s transport you back in time
These evocative pictures will transport you back in time, featuring pictures from Chesterfield, the Peak District, North Derbyshire, and Amber Valley.
Brian Eyre

Lifestyle

Fashion and homeware feature in TK Maxx’s Christmas campaign. We set out to find three gifts for £50, including delivery.

Three TK Maxx Christmas gifts for £50 with 4p to spare

Coleen Rooney teams up with her mum for new Primark collection packed with party-season outfits

Coleen Rooney’s new Primark collection is made for party season

Stacey Solomon has praised the 'bouncy blow dry' look the ghd Chronos Curve Hair Curler Tong gives her.

Stacey Solomon reveals the ghd curler she’s buying for Christmas

Pearlyn, Jack and Abbie are pictured here behind the bar at The Old Nags Head.

We visited historic country pub nestled in scenic Peak District village

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TK Maxx has a huge range of gift ideas, from beauty and fashion to homeware, toys and technology, and that's why it's my go-to retailer when I start my Christmas shopping.

This shop has Christmas gifts for everyone without the big spend

Mrs Hinch has shared the L'Oréal Paris make-up products she loves, including some old favourites and new discoveries.

Mrs Hinch shares favourite L'Oréal Paris make-up and they're on sale

Goal scorer Tom Naylor plants an attempt on goal

Player ratings from a sweet, sweet night for Chesterfield

Dylan Duffy on the ball in Chesterfield's eye-catching win at Mansfield

Fit-again Spireites man savours Trophy triumph and two special goals

First-half goal scorer Joel Randall on the ball

'The lads don’t stop' - reaction to a thrilling win for the Spireites

Ripley infants school hopathon event, November 1993.

Evocative photographs that transport you back to the nineties

A true Chesterfield resident would know that the Brampton Mile is not a measure of distance and can leave you with a serious hangover. Those with long memories will remember the Terminus pub seen here, which used to be the official starting point for The Mile.

These are 20 things that you won’t understand unless you’re from Chesterfield

The American Adventure theme park's Mexicoland opened by Samuel Magdaleno in May 1991.

Looking back at Derbyshire's American Adventure theme park

Shipley car show and fun day, September 1971.

These nostalgic photographs will transport you back to Derbyshire in the 1960s a...

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Sport

Colin Firth attends the "Disclosure Day" photocall at Rose Court on 5 June 2026 in London, England.

Premier League club releases Christmas advert starring Colin Firth

Shirebrook players celebrate Joe Shaw opening goal

Draw specialists Shirebrook are held by Clifton

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Matlock Town to part ways with top scorer for gross misconduct

The Chesterfield Panthers First XV produced an impressive fightback

Chesterfield Panthers Rugby Club: President’s Corner

Cost of Living

Novuna Consumer Finance is one of the UK's leading providers of retail point of sale finance and personal loans

Ad Feature One in eight households couldn't cover essentials for two months

Watch: The supermarket that wins in the cost of living crisis - according to an expert

Economic expert shares where to shop during cost of living crisis

Elise Holt, 22, is living in a one-bed 300sqft property that was originally built by nan Beverley, 71.

Estate agent struggling to get on housing ladder lives in nan's annexe

Chesterfield supporters will be out in force at Mansfield tonight

Chesterfield fans to be out in force for Trophy test at Mansfield Town

Aurelia Nobels earned her best finish of her rookie GB3 Championship season with P4 in Barcelona.

Hillspeed's Aurelia Nobels wraps up GB3 Championship season on a high

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Attacker eyes a November return to the Chesterfield ranks

What's On

Beauty and the Beast at Chesterfield's 1435 Theatre, Sleeping Beauty at Buxton Opera House and Snow White at Derby Arena, pictured anti-clockwise from right.

Star-studded pantos in Derbyshire and beyond

Chesterfield will light up for Christmas on November 22, 2026.

Christmas market, stage show, funfair rides for lights switch-on day

Christmas Charity Shopping NIght on November 26, 2026 at Dobbies store at Barlborough Links will raise money for Alzheimers Research.

Stock up for Christmas at store's event for Alzheimer's Research UK

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Rochelle Humes reveals her top Abbott Lyon jewellery gifts for Christmas after landing new role

Rochelle Humes shares her Christmas jewellery picks

Keira Knightley returns to star in Waitrose's 2026 Christmas advert, reprising her role in the festive romantic storyline.

Waitrose Christmas advert gets fans talking after surprise return

OPI's Funny Bunny nail polish is a celebrity-loved shade associated with Hailey Bieber's signature milky-white manicure, and now it’s on sale for Black Friday.

Hailey Bieber's go-to OPI nail polish gets a Black Friday discount

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In Bakewell North, Baslow and Calver, the annual household income is £46,800 and a house costs £536,753 on average. Male life expectancy is 81.3 years and female life expectancy is 85.2 years - both above the national averages of 79.5 and 82.3 years respectively.

16 of the ‘poshest’ towns and villages across Derbyshire

Sharon, Leann and Jay are part of the team at the new-look Hollingwood Hotel.

First look inside Chesterfield pub that has opened its doors after revamp

The Hardwick Inn is nestled on the southern edge of Hardwick Park - one of the county’s most picturesque country estates.

These Derbyshire pubs in stunning settings are perfect to visit this autumn

Opinion

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Two films you will never forget … and perhaps a third?

Though we may all enjoy cinema, sometimes a film strikes us as not just enjoyable but also powerfully profound, says writer Laurence Coupe.

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Mel Archbould of Chesterfield-based business consultancy Cloud-Busting

OPINION: Budget a missed opportunity to inspire confidence to invest

Bolsover MP Natalie Fleet

"Breathing space is what we need for the long, cold Winter ahead"

'Journalism matters now more than ever'

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Toby at Ravenside Retail park car park in 2020 following complaints from constituents about unfair tickets being issued

Toby Perkins: Labour is putting the brakes on unfair parking fines

One thing that has struck me about Derbyshire since moving here is the area’s rich history. You only have to look at the likes of Chatsworth House, Hardwick Hall, Calke Abbey and Bolsover Castle to get a taste of Derbyshire’s remarkable heritage - and there are plenty more historic landmarks dotted across the county.

These are 21 things that moving to Derbyshire taught me

Business

Paper Starlights installation has now opened at Leicester Cathedral, transforming the building with hundreds of handmade illuminated stars.

Chesterfield business's handmade illuminated stars light up cathedral

The DWP will have a presence on a Thursday with a mobile van in the car park of Shirebrook Leisure Centre and will be giving support to young people in the new year through a new Youth Hub and in Shirebrook Library.

Anger as town Jobcentre closes and staff transferred to Mansfield

Does your broadband contract come with a hidden catch?

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aGeek, an electronics repair and supply shop at West Bars, had it’s window smashed on Sunday, October 4.

Man who smashed shop's glass door with hammer avoids jail

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The lights go on in Bond Street

London’s poshest shopping street switches on Christmas lights

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Microsoft outage sparks fresh cyber attack fears

A cyber attack on critical infrastructure could put the safety of the nation at risk (Picture: stock.adobe.com)

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Phil Smart with some of the remarkable toy truck models he has spent 70 years collecting.

Man sells 70-year toy truck collection for £20k

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Nearly have of prospective homebuyers are waiting for prices to go down

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The Strictly judge made a surprise appearance to kick-start festivities in Manchester

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