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A reader was annoyed by England's recent limp defence of its Cricket World Cup crown.

Letter: What a wasted opportunity from those at the top of cricket

Helen with her mum, Mary Buteux

Buxton resident is the inspiration behind a new online service

Department for Levelling Up, Housing and Communities figures show 560 homes in High Peak were long-term empty as of October

More long-term empty homes in High Peak, new figures show

Jo’s Cervical Cancer Trust said it will be challenging for the health service to achieve its goal of eliminating cervical cancer by 2040 as cervical screening coverage continues to fall across England.

Fewer people in Derbyshire completed cervical screenings last year

Derbyshire schools reported a record number of suspensions in the autumn term last year, new figures show.

Record number of suspensions at Derbyshire schools

Lightwood Dental Practice has been rated good following a CQC inspection. Photo Jason Chadwick

Patients treated with 'dignity and respect' at a Buxton dentist

Surely Not In Buxton by Julian Cohen is out now. Photo submitted

New book uncovers Buxton's quirky past

Award winning florist Alexa Mather. Photo Jason Chadwick

Buxton florist named best in county

Elmwood Surgery has gone from being rated as requires improvements to good in just seven months. Photo Jason Chadwick

Buxton surgery rated as good - just months after being put in special measures

Nearly a third of parents said Derbyshire schools were not dealing with bullying quickly and effectively, new figures show.

Nearly a third of parents say schools not dealing with bullying effectively

The Right Rev Libby Lane, Bishop of Derby. Photo by David Vowles.

Column: Sporting activity can have such a positive impact on our wellbeing

Bakewell Market usually features some 100 stalls attracting tourists and visitors.

Bakewell street market called off after yellow wind warning for Storm Debi

Photo by JULIEN DE ROSA/AFP via Getty Images

17,700 more jobs available in the East Midlands by 2027 due to automation

Fenwick’s Christmas Window for 2023 is now available to view. Photo: National World.

The magic of Narnia hits Fenwick’s famous Christmas Window

n High Peak, 27 people selected Wicca as their religion in Census 2021

Dozens of witches living in High Peak

A newborn baby in the maternity ward at Frimley Park Hospital in Surrey on May 22, 2020 in Frimley, United Kingdom. (Stock Image. Credit: Steve Parsons - Pool/Getty Images)

Bereaved families call for inquiry into NHS maternity services

The researchers analysed data from 365 hospitals (Image: Adobe/NationalWorld/Kim Mogg)

167,000 people caught Covid in hospital during England's second wave

A general view of scaffolding at Balbardie Primary School on September 04, 2023 in Bathgate, Scotland, after its buildings were found to contain RAAC. Credit: Getty Images

43 more schools found to have crumbly RAAC concrete

Ladybower is another Derbyshire reservoir that is perfect for a steady stroll. The 5.5 mile route offers beautiful views across the water, and passes the awe-inspiring Derwent Dam along the way.
Photo © Ken Bagnall (cc-by-sa/2.0)

Derbyshire and Peak District reservoirs ranked among most scenic lakes in the UK

Upgrade work on the Cat and Fiddle route from Buxton to Macclesfield has hit delays meaning the reopening of the road has been pushed back. Photo Jason Chadwick

Buxton to Macclesfield road has now reopened

Ex-England captain Sir Alastair Cook announces retirement from professional cricket.

Former England captain Sir Alastair Cook announces retirement

The Met Office said a cold snap is on its way, with large parts of the UK experiencing heavy rain and snow on the mountains.

Rain to batter UK as cold snap arrives - including first frost

One package was found on the Isle of Wight (Image: National Crime Agency)

A significant amount of cocaine has washed up on England's south coast

Parts of the UK will experience highs of 26C this weekend, with experts describing the October autumn weather as "unusual". (Credit: Getty Images)

Scotland hit with amber flood warnings as 'heatwave' approaches south

Chatsworth House received an award for their food and drink offering.

Popular Peak District tourist attractions scoop prestigious awards

The RNLI has warned that conditions around coasts could be treacherous as Storm Agnes prepares to hit the country. (Credit: Getty Images)

UK braces as Storm Agnes prepares for landfall

Pedestrians walk past a branch of a NatWest bank in London.

36 more bank branches to close across UK next year - full list

High Peak has been named the 'most satisfied' place to live says a new survey from the Office of National Statistics. Photo Jason Chadwick

High is the 'most satisfied' place to live, new survey says

Liam Payne has been forced to cancel upcoming tour dates after being rushed to hospital

Girlfriend of Liam Payne gives important health update

Millions to miss out on Covid booster as NHS slashes eligibility

39% of children can't see a dentist - and it's worse for adults

Met Office issue yellow weather warning for heavy rain & flooding

Much of the UK will see more rainy days to come, the Met Office has said.

Met Office: More rain in store before warmer weather returns

Figures from the Environment Agency show storm overflows were used 1,525 times within the High Peak's local authority boundaries in 2022, discharging for a total of around 12,638 hours.

More than 1,500 sewage overflows in the High Peak last year

From left Scrivens staff Abbie Kidd, Ruth Oldfield plus dog Daisy and Melanie Page

Local optician runs 85 miles for charity

Smoking rates in the High Peak increased last year, bucking the national trend where the percentage of smokers fell to the lowest level on record.

Smoking rates in High Peak increased last year, new figures show.

A woman wears a face mask while walking on Oxford Street.

Pirola: Why scientists are concerned about the new Covid variant

The cops v kids football match in Fairfield. Photo submitted

Cops vs kids match in Fairfield

Figures from the survey, compiled by the Department for Transport, show 10.2% of people in Derbyshire were cycling at least once a month in the year to November 2022

Fewer cyclists in Derbyshire than before the pandemic

Forecasters have warned of flooding and travel disruption today

Met Office issues weather warning with flooding threat for Derbyshire

Leaked database reveals EA FC 24 player ratings

Freddie Flintoff to make TV return months after Top Gear crash

Yellow weather warnings in place for thunderstorms in the UK

England v Argentina: How to watch on TV, kick off time

A new Covid variant currently spreading in England is behind an outbreak at a care home in Norfolk, UK health officials have confirmed.

New variant BA.2.86 behind Covid outbreak at care home

Pedestrians walk in the midday sun past the Palace of Westminster in central London on September 6, 2023 as the late summer heatwave continues.

Saturday set to be hottest day of the year, according to Met Office