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The road will be closed: From 12.01am on Monday 10th August until 6am on Wednesday 12th August From 12.01am on Monday 24th August until 6am on Wednesday 26th August Clearly signed diversion routes will be in place throughout both closures. National Highways says the closures are needed to allow work to continue on the Woodhead

We are appealing for witnesses and dashcam footage after a fatal collision near Litton. The collision, involving a Honda Civic and a cyclist, occurred on the A623 near the junction with Mires Lane just before 7.40am on Thursday 6 August. The cyclist, a man in his 50s, was pronounced dead at the scene. His family

PCSO Buller and two of the volunteers from the Hadfield Community Speed Watch Team completed an event on the A626 Marple Rd, Charlesworth,  on Wednesday 5th August. The event was held there between 1 55 pm and 2.55 pm – with the speed limit being 30 mph on this stretch of road. On this occasion

A popular Nottinghamshire nature site is set for a brighter future thanks to a £200,000 investment from the Mayor of the East Midlands. Mayor Claire Ward has awarded the funds to Nottinghamshire Wildlife Trust to develop plans to improve Attenborough Nature Reserve and the on-site Attenborough Nature Centre. The centre, which opened 21 years ago, was initially designed to welcome around 70,000 visitors per year, but welcomed

With dog fouling in public spaces continuing to be an issue across the High Peak, the Borough Council is considering renewing a Public Spaces Protection Order (PSPO) and is now inviting residents, businesses and stakeholders to share their views. Dog fouling can spoil the enjoyment and appearance of public places including footpaths, parks, recreational areas

There’s something for everyone in this year’s ‘Everyday Histories’ themed heritage festival. Buxton Civic Association (BCA) is delighted to announce a packed programme of free events for this year’s Heritage Open Days festival, taking place from Friday 11 to Sunday 20 September 2026. The national festival, England’s largest celebration of history and culture, returns with

High Peak MP Jon Pearce is inviting residents from across High Peak to attend his fourth Careers, Skills & Jobs Fair, bringing together employers, training providers and support organisations to help people take the next step in their careers. The free event will take place on Friday 25th September 2026 at Glossop Cricket Club from

BUXTON ‘Ductair’ Bulls gained their first win of the season and their first league points since their return to the sport as they defeated league Champions Oxford Chargers 51-38 in the National Development League at Hi-Edge Raceway on Sunday afternoon. The Bulls went ahead in heat three as Luke Harris and Arran Butcher combined for

This summer, an exhibition exploring the past, present and future of Buxton Opera House will be on display in the town The iconic Frank Matcham theatre opened in June 1903 and hosts hundreds of events each year aimed at audiences of all interests and ages. High Peak Borough Council and High Peak Theatre Trust have

Derbyshire’s Police and Crime Commissioner joins The Slow Girls Walk Club, Chapel en le Frith to celebrate one year of women walking together in the High Peak. Derbyshire’s Police and Crime Commissioner, Nicolle Ndiweni-Roberts, and Deputy PCC Dr Fatima Eltinay paid a surprise visit to The Slow Girls Walk Club™ on Tuesday 28 July, joining