News
Former Matlock pupil wins prestigious John Lewis design award
A former Highfields School pupil has won the prestigious New Designers John Lewis Award for his chair design.
VIDEO: Anthony Gell pupils meet world-class athletes video
Here’s a video of sporting Anthony Gell students getting an education from two world-class athletes.
VIDEO: Protesters descend on Peak Park offices video
Hordes of motorcyclists and 4x4 drivers descended on the Peak District National Park offices this morning (Friday) to protest against plans to ban them from green lanes in the area.
DERBYSHIRE: Parents urged to get their children vaccinated
Letters have been sent to the parents of all school pupils in Derbyshire reminding them to make sure their children get the MMR vaccine.
Charity fun day at Matlock pet shop
Pet lovers are invited to a charity fun day at Mole Country Stores in Matlock on Saturday.
Olympic insurer steps in to cover Bakewell pie fight
Mayor of Bakewell Paul Morgans has thrown a big pie in the face of health and safety gone mad after finding an insurer for his Mr Darcy Custard Pie Fight.
Sport
Cricket: Derbyshire’s Wayne Madsen is batting for charity
Derbyshire captain Wayne Madsen is the latest cricketer to support Batting for Charity, an initiative organised by County Championship sponsors LV=.
Shooting star Caroline aims high after sponsorship deal
A leading Great Britain clay pigeon shooter from Matlock has set her sights on future success at the Commonwealth Games in 2014 after securing sponsorship from leading national law firm, Irwin Mitchell.
Darley Dale Croquet Club to host an Open Social Day at Whitworth Park
Darley Dale Croquet Club is having an Open Social Day on Sunday (26th) at Whitworth Park.
Cricket slide show: Around the grounds in pictures Picture gallery
DERBYSHIRE PREMIER & COUNTY LEAGUE RESULTS (MAY 18)
Finals galore in Darley Dale league
Three finals took centre stage in the Darley Dale and District Snooker League, one of which saw the two teams from Belper Strutt Club contesting a cliff-hanger in the conclusion of the Jimmy Harper Team Plate aggregate competition.
Video
VIDEO: Anthony Gell pupils meet world-class athletes video
Here’s a video of sporting Anthony Gell students getting an education from two world-class athletes.
Lifestyle
Gig should be out of this world
Bruno Mars had added an extra four dates to his The Moonshine Jungle World Tour.
Drifters hit the road on latest tour
The Drifters will be bringing their Diamond Dynasty 60th Anniversary Tour to Derby’s Assembly Rooms on Friday, May 31, at 7.30pm.
Fundraiser in aid of music festival
A fundraising event is to be held on Saturday, May 25, at The Holly Bush in Marehay, in aid of this year’s Ripley Music Festival.
Music galore at showcase
There are bands and performers galore taking part in a Wirksworth Carnival Showcase at the Hope & Anchor in the town on Saturday May 25.
CLASSIC TALE TO TAKE FLIGHT
You’ve read the book, you’ve seen the film, now you can see the much-loved story of Kes when it hits the stage at Derby Theatre later in the year.
Community
Thank you for your kindness
I would just like to thank the gentleman and little girl who have just knocked on my door returning my wallet which they found outside Darley Dale chip shop.
The view through your lens
Summer seems to be taking it’s time getting here, but if you think it’s cold now, remember what it was like a few months back!
EAST MIDLANDS: Traffic up-date
COMMUTERS around Derbyshire and the East Midlands are being warned about the following traffic disruptions today, Thursday, May 23.
My opinion by Mercury reader Gemma Richmond: Don’t take your hard-won rights for granted
This week I’m afraid I’m going to get all serious and political. Sorry.
CHESTERFIELD: Teen fined for threatening behaviour
A FOUL-MOUTHED offender was fined and ordered to pay £142 after he was verbally abusive and threatening towards a police officer.
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Weather for Matlock
Friday 24 May 2013
Today
Light showers
Temperature: 5 C to 10 C
Wind Speed: 24 mph
Wind direction: North
Tomorrow
Sunny spells
Temperature: 6 C to 16 C
Wind Speed: 9 mph
Wind direction: North
