Matlock Bath31 Dec 2025Lost cavers brought to safety in overnight rescueThe alarm was raised when a group failed to return to the surface on Tuesday night.31 Dec 202524 Nov 2025Volunteers step back from raft race over abuseDerbyshire 4x4 Response says its volunteers received abuse from some spectators at last year's event.24 Nov 202518 Nov 2025Mum 'incredibly lucky' after tree crushes her carNatalie Bowler said paramedics picked glass out of her hands and from her face afterwards.18 Nov 202516 Sep 2025'Peacock of the Peaks' wins illuminations prizePaul Lill's vessel was the pick of the bunch, while his son Brandon placed fourth in the boat competition.16 Sep 20257 Sep 2025Dazzling designs float down river at illuminationsThe 2025 parade takes place for the first time and will continue until late October.7 Sep 20256 Jul 2025Two new public toilets opened by councilTwo unisex facilities are now up and running in Ashbourne and Matlock Dale.6 Jul 202522 Apr 2025Traffic lights return for wall repair projectThe lights were removed for the Easter weekend to minimise disruption for drivers.22 Apr 202526 Dec 2024Raft race returns in front of 'fantastic' crowdThe event was cancelled in 2023 but returned this Boxing Day with 117 rafters taking part.26 Dec 202410 Dec 2024Four temporary sites agreed for traveller familiesThe district council selects four sites to be used by traveller families on a two-year basis.10 Dec 2024...