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Drivers caught speeding on busy Charlesworth road
Five drivers were caught speeding on a busy road in Charlesworth in the latest community speed watch event.
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Hadfield fundraiser places leaf on Tree of Hope in brother's memory
In the garden of The Christie in Manchester is a very special tree – it's called the Tree of Hope.
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Minister visits moorland fire site
Fire Minister Sarah Dines has visited Win Hill in Bamford to see the devastation caused by a moorland fire.
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Police appeal after damage at New Mills Community Orchard
Just days after it was awarded a coveted Green Flag for the 13th consecutive year, vandals have struck at New Mills Community Orchard.
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Police warning about youngsters playing at derelict Glossop factory
Police say youngsters who are playing around a disused factory in Glossop are risking their lives.
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Recycle your glasses and contact lenses at Specsavers Glossop
Specsavers in Glossop is offering the chance to recycle glasses and contact lenses in-store for free.
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Fun day in Hayfield in memory of Amy Hall
A fantastic array of raffle prizes has been donated to a charity fundraiser in Hayfield, taking place on Saturday 6 August.
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Glossop named best market town to retire to in UK
A new study has found that Glossop is the best market town to retire to in the UK.
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Local businesses urged to accelerate net zero journey with university R&D programme
Glossop and Tameside businesses are being urged to sign up to a university R&D programme to accelerate their journey to net zero.
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Fundraiser for Reuben's Retreat in special memory of Samantha Ellis
A special fundraiser is to be held in Glossop in loving memory of Samantha Ellis.
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£20 million bid for funding for Glossop
A £20 million bid for funding to create improved leisure, wellbeing and cultural facilities for Glossop has been submitted.
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High Peak author to release second crime novel
A High Peak author is about to release Cold Dawn, the second crime novel in the critically acclaimed DCI Rick Castle series.
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Glossop Peace Group to hold vigil on Hiroshima bombing anniversary
This Saturday (6 August) will be the 77th anniversary of the atomic bombing of Hiroshima.
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NOSTALGIA: Proud memories of Glossop's Sub
Not many towns can claim to have adopted a submarine but Glossop can.
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Man arrested after 'incident' in Glossop town centre
A man has been arrested on suspicion of possessing an offensive weapon following an 'incident' in Glossop town centre.
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Glossop runner takes on 10 marathons in 10 days in a bid to fundraise
A Glossop resident has raced 268 miles over the Pennine Way, raising money for an important charity close to his heart.
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Summer holiday activities for children in the High Peak
To help keep young people entertained over the summer holidays, a series of events are taking place in communities across the High Peak.
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New Mills Community Orchard awarded Green Flag for 13th successive year
New Mills Community Orchard has been awarded the coveted Green Flag award again as it is officially recognised as one of the country's best parks for the 13th year running.
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Lost walkers rescued from Bleaklow
Volunteers from Glossop Mountain Rescue Team were called out in the early hours of Monday morning (1 August) to help four walkers who had become lost while visiting the B-29 crash site on Bleaklow.
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Police recruiting cadets and leaders in Glossop
Are you interested in learning more about the police? Derbyshire Police are currently recruiting in the Glossop area for Police Cadets and Cadet Leaders.
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Police appeal after serious assault near Glossop taxi rank
Police are appealing for witnesses after a male was seriously assaulted near the taxi rank in Glossop town centre in the early hours of the morning.
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Men's Shed in Whaley Bridge looking for new members
Men's Shed in Whaley Bridge is looking for new members.
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Police issue warning to High Peak homeowners
Homeowners are being warned to be extra vigilant and to make sure their property is secure and marked with their house number and postcode.
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Three years since Toddbrook Reservoir dam collapse
It is exactly three years since parts of Whaley Bridge were evacuated after emergency services declared a major incident at Toddbrook Reservoir.
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The Cracken Edge Fell Race returns
The Cracken Edge Fell Race makes a welcome return this week, with runners set to take on a climb totalling 1,450 feet.
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ROUND-UP: Planning applications in the High Peak
Here's our latest round-up of planning applications submitted to, and approved by, High Peak Borough Council.
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British astronaut to bring his show to Buxton
British astronaut Tim Peake is bringing his one-man show My Journey to Space to the Buxton Opera House.
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Injured walker rescued from Pennine Way
Members of Glossop Mountain Rescue Team went to the aid of a walker who suffered an ankle injury while walking the Pennine Way on Sunday (31 July).
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Jigsaw to help with fire safety message
An innovative new home fire safety jigsaw puzzle is to be used in Derbyshire Fire and Rescue Service's ongoing school fire safety education programme.
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Secrets of historic Peak District hall revealed in new augmented reality app
A historic Peak District family home is now brought back to life in a new augmented reality (AR) app.
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Largan column: Food security and electric vehicles
In his latest column, High Peak MP Robert Largan talks about improving global food security, increasing electric vehicle uptake and reducing costs for consumers.
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Derbyshire nearly ran out of fire engines on day barbecues caused huge Peak District blaze
Derbyshire nearly ran out of fire engines on the day a huge Peak District blaze is thought to have been started by two disposable barbecues, prompting the fire chief to call for MP support in condemning them.
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Restrictions on A57 Snake Pass to stay
Weight limit restrictions and temporary traffic lights put in place after storms damaged stretches of the A57 Snake Pass are expected to be in place for some time to come.
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Council provides update on Long Hill repair works
Work is on track for a major route between Buxton and Whaley Bridge to reopen as planned in September.
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MP launches Fantasy Football League to support men's mental health
As part of the highly popular Fantasy Premier League competition, MP Robert Largan is setting up a High Peak mini-league to raise money for the men's mental health charity Mentell.
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Willow Wood Hospice is appealing for more volunteers
It's widely acknowledged that Willow Wood Hospice, like many charities, could not continue its work without support from volunteers.
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Glossopdale surgeries to offer flu jabs and Covid winter boosters
All GP surgeries across Glossopdale will be offering flu jabs and Covid-19 booster vaccines this winter.
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Charity day at Glossop pub in memory of Paddy Campbell
A charity day is being held at a Glossop pub to raise money in memory of a well-loved local character.
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New rescue centre in Old Glossop is the cat's whiskers
Glossop Cat Rescue only opened at the start of this month but has already re-homed 19 cats and kittens.
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Free lunches for local children over summer
Free lunches are being given to children from Hadfield, Padfield and Tintwistle over the summer school holidays.
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Open day at Whaley Bridge fire station
People in Whaley Bridge can meet their local firefighters in August.
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Stone and bench stolen from National Trust property
Police are appealing for information after some natural stone and a stone bench were stolen from a National Trust property, just off the Snake Pass in Derbyshire.
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NOSTALGIA: Wakes Week in Glossop
Walk down Glossop main street during the last week in July and you would see shops closed and hardly anyone about.
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Appeal for used school uniforms in Glossop
An appeal is being made for used school uniforms to re-distribute throughout Glossopdale.
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Former Heritage Centre to be at heart of New Mills community
The former home of the New Mills Heritage Centre is being given a new lease of life as a community hub.
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Plans for new visitor centre in New Mills
New Mills Town Council have submitted plans to redevelop High Lea Hall and create a new visitor centre.
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Over 40 Derbyshire schools set to benefit from £9.6m funding
A number of schools are set to benefit from a share of more than £9.6 million for improvements funded by Derbyshire County Council.
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Low usage of publicly-owned electric vehicle chargers in Derbyshire
Publicly-owned electric vehicle charging points in Derbyshire are only being used 12 per cent of the time – on average – leaders have been told.
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Free water refills coming to Glossop train station
Passengers will soon be able to refill their water bottles at Glossop train station as part of efforts to reduce plastic waste.
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Busy weekend of arrests across the High Peak
Officers across the High Peak were kept busy at the weekend, making a number of arrests on suspicion of offences including drink driving, domestic violence, and disorderly behaviour.
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Largan column: The challenges facing the next Prime Minister
In his latest column, High Peak MP Robert Largan writes about what challenges the new Prime Minister will face when they are elected.
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Davis Blank Furniss grows commercial property team with new partner appointment
Local law firm Davis Blank Furniss is further strengthening its commercial property department following the announcement that Rosie Korcz has joined as a partner.
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Campaigners step up opposition to A57 link roads
A campaign group has stepped up its opposition to the proposed A57 link roads.
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Buxton Fringe 2022 winners announced
The talented artists and performers who have kept audiences entertained at the Buxton Festival Fringe have been recognised at an awards ceremony.
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Parents urged to get free car seat check
Parents are urged to get their child car seats checked by experts at two free events being held in the High Peak.
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Glossop Arts Project to hold Open Day
Glossop Arts Project is holding an Open Day this weekend so local people can meet providers of services in and around Glossop to people with learning disabilities and or autism.
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Authorities appeal for information after major moorland fire
Police are appealing for information to help identify the person(s) whose camping stove led to a major fire at Win Hill Edge at Ladybower.
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Seven callouts in three days for mountain rescue volunteers
Volunteers from Edale Mountain Rescue Team have had an incredibly busy time dealing with seven call outs in three days.
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Teen arrested as police crack down on 'Xanax' dealing
A teenager has been arrested during a police operation to target those dealing 'Xanax' to children in the High Peak.
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Policing forum for Shirebrook residents
High Peak MP Robert Largan has organised a local policing forum for residents of Shirebrook in Glossop.
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ROUND-UP: High Peak planning applications
Here's our latest round-up of planning applications in the High Peak for you to peruse.
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New Mills Festival will feature some fantastic voices
Award winning conductor Hannah Brine and the Hallé’s Stuart Overington will be hosting a unique day of singing as part of New Mills Festival.
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Haywill Animal Rescue help the animals to keep their cool
Keeping cool and staying safe in record-breaking temperatures was the order of Monday and Tuesday as the heatwave engulfed the High Peak.
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The expansion of Glossopdale School is now complete
The second and final phase of the £4 million expansion of Glossopdale School has been completed by contractors, Henry Brothers.
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Jobs fair to be held for Ukrainian refugees
A second Jobs Fair to help Ukrainian refugees find employment is to be held at Zink HQ in Buxton on 1 August.
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Police appeal for information after a burglary in New Mills
Police are appealing for information after a burglary in New Mills in the early hours of Tuesday (19) morning.
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High Peak breaks record temperatures
Records have been broken as the heatwave has made the High Peak hotter than ever.
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Annual golf day is a huge success for Glossop law firm
The annual golf day held by Glossop law firm Davis Blank Furniss is always a highlight of their events calendar and this year was no exception.
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Chapel church welcomes those wanting to keep cool
A church in Chapel-en-le-Frith is welcoming the community to join them in keeping cool during the very hot weather.
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There's plenty of fun to enjoy in Chapel
Townend Community Garden in Chapel-en-le-Frith is to host a picnic and concert.
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One million pound investment to go to the Peak District
A one million pound investment will see 400 acres of native woodland planted across the Peak District National Park over the next three years.
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High Peak teenagers wanted to star in new film
Talented filmmaker Nicole Pott is returning to the High Peak to direct her next film 'Two Thousand and Five' this August and is looking for local teenagers to be part of it.
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What you can expect as Glossop Carnival returns
Glossop Arts and Leisure Association say it is delighted to be able to bring back the town's carnival as the event makes a welcome return in Manor Park this weekend.
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Last chance to have your say on Whaley Bridge Neighbourhood Plan
A series of events have been planned as part of a consultation for residents of Whaley Bridge to view a Draft Neighbourhood Plan.
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Characters are going Big on stage in New Mills
Big the Musical will be gracing the stage in New Mills this week.
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Countdown to return of Hayfield May Queen Festival
After two years away, Hayfield is getting ready for the very welcome return of the annual May Queen Festival this weekend.
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New choir coming to High Peak
A new community choir in the High Peak is launching next week.
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New circular walk around Glossop
Spring is in the air and what better way to enjoy the local area than by taking in a new walking route around Glossop.
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Warning over essential gas works around Mottram Moor
Local residents are being warned that further travel disruption is expected due to essential gas works on the A57 Mottram Moor.
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Omicron grants available to eligible High Peak businesses
One-off grants of up to £6,000 are available for hospitality, leisure and accommodation businesses in the High Peak who have been affected by Omicron.
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Applications open for Derbyshire primary school places for September 2022
Time is running out for parents to apply to Derbyshire County Council for their child's infant, junior or primary school place for September 2022.
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'Jumble trail' in Hadfield returns
A 'jumble trail' is being held in Hadfield and Padfield this weekend so people can grab themselves a bargain and help a local good cause.
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Competition for youngsters to design a future Tameside Hospital
Time is running out for primary school children in Tameside and Glossopdale to submit their competition entries to imagine what the Tameside Hospital of the future will look like.
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LISTEN: Ian Cheeseman talks to David Jones
Listen back to when Tameside Radio presenter Ian Cheeseman had a fascinating chat with Glossop Chronicle editor David Jones.
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How to access healthcare services over the bank holiday
Anyone feeling unwell over spring bank holiday can still access a variety of healthcare services when their GP practice is closed.
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Get involved in this year's New Mills Festival with a difference
New Mills Festival organisers are still looking for your creative ideas for events for this year's festival with a difference.
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Voluntary organisations encouraged to tell their Covid-19 experiences
Voluntary organisations throughout the High Peak and Derbyshire are being encouraged to fill out a survey on their experiences during lockdown and how they can be supported moving forward.
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Be Well's February quiz in Glossop
Be Well's monthly quiz at The Oakwood pub in Glossop town centre is back on Wednesday (26 February).
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Have your say on Gamesley library opening hours
A consultation is open for residents to have their say on plans to revise opening hours at Gamesley Library.
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Nearly new sale at Glossopdale
The Glossop and District branch of the National Childbirth Trust (NCT) will be holding its next Nearly New Sale this weekend.
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A splash of colour is coming to Bradbury House
Things are about to get colourful inside Bradbury Community House in Glossop this weekend.
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Take a gentle stroll in the park
Be Well's Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD) walking group are meeting this afternoon (Wednesday).