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Latest News... (Source: BBC News)
Cyclist Richard Thoday breaks penny farthing record
Richard Thoday rode from Land's End to John O'Groats on a penny farthing to raise money for Children in Need.
Toy collector Mike Stockwell sells vintage models for £32,000
Mike Stockwell auctioned 1,000 vintage toys for £32,000 to raise money for environmental projects.
Memorial service for flood victim ex-High Sheriff Annie Hall
The service for former High Sheriff Annie Hall, who was swept away by a river, will be held next month.
East Midlands schools and roads closed by flooding
Routes remain impassable and motorists are urged to avoid unnecessary journeys.
Flooding causes disruption across East Midlands
There are delays to bus and train services, and roads are closed across the region.
Whaley Bridge: Cover-up allegations over dam collapse report
A Canal and River Trust inspection report of the Whaley Bridge dam is heavily censored.
Whaley Bridge: Dam flood town holds thanksgiving service
Whaley Bridge residents thank those involved in saving their town after a dam started to collapse.
Whaley Bridge dam: Repairs 'may take three years'
Experts are not sure whether the dam wall will need a large-scale repair or a complete rebuild.
Whaley Bridge dam repair: How events unfolded
As cordons are lifted and residents return home, a look at how the town escaped possible disaster.
Whaley Bridge dam wall collapse in pictures
Pictures of the dramatic dam wall collapse in Whaley Bridge, Derbyshire.
General election 2019: Your Derbyshire questions
We want to hear what questions voters in Derbyshire have about the general election.
Glossop community rallies to fix up pub regular's home
Carl Marshall's hometown rallies to revamp his home - a former outhouse plagued by damp and mice.
Why does Ladybower Reservoir in Derbyshire have plug holes?
Two fisherman sailed dangerously close to a shaft overflow. But why does the reservoir have them?
Peak District anglers dangerously close to huge plug hole
Severn Trent Water urges boaters on Ladybower Reservoir to stay well away from the overflow.
Feeding ducks bread: Viral sign sparks anger and confusion
A sign has stirred up confusion and angry debate about whether or not ducks should eat bread.
Swadlincote man, 85, converts mobility scooter into 'tank'
Eddie Wadsworth uses his cardboard creation to raise funds for the Royal British Legion.
Woman knits 7,000 poppies to remember fallen soldiers
A woman has knitted 7,000 poppies, one for each Derby soldier who died during World War One.
The Derbyshire village recreated out of fruit cake
A baker spent three months constructing the sweet model of Eyam village in Derbyshire.
World Conker Championships defies rain to crown a winner
It was a wet start to the 2019 championships, but it failed to dampen competitors' spirits.
Boy, 6, praised for 999 call after mum has seizure
Mason was give a police bravery award for calling 999 when his mother collapsed during an epileptic seizure.
Harvey Hosein: Derbyshire wicketkeeper signs new deal to 2022
Derbyshire wicketkeeper Harvey Hosein extends his stay with the county until the end of the 2022 campaign.
Adam Peaty: Olympic champion on chasing rabbits not records as Tokyo 2020 looms
Chasing rabbits rather than world world records and showboating in the ISL is keeping things fresh for Olympic champion Adam Peaty.
EFL Trophy: 52 goals, four hat-tricks and academy sides impress
An 11-goal thriller, a 17-year-old captain and seven Premier League academies progressing - a busy night in the EFL Trophy.
Nottingham Forest 1-0 Derby County: Lewis Grabban scores winner for hosts
Lewis Grabban takes advantage of a Derby County error to give Nottingham Forest victory over their local rivals.
Salford City 1-1 Burton Albion
Richie Towell's thunderbolt seven minutes from time earns Salford City an FA Cup replay as they draw with Burton.
Latest Sports News... (Source: BBC News)
Alfreton Town 1-1 Cambridge
Michael Gash's injury-time penalty secures Cambridge a point at Alfreton Town in the Blue Square Bet Premier.
Rams recall Gjokaj from Carlisle
Derby County recall defender Valentin Gjokaj from his loan spell at League One club Carlisle United.
Brailsford named 2012 top coach
British Cycling performance director Dave Brailsford is named BBC Sport's coach of the year at the awards in London.
Brailsford likes Wiggins dilemma
Bradley Wiggins's desire to defend his Tour de France title gives coach Dave Brailsford a problem he will "relish".
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Missing Leah Croucher's brother Haydon dies
Their father confirms the death of Haydon Croucher in an emotional post on Facebook.
Birmingham revenge porn victim had strangers arrive at home
A woman's partner posted naked pictures of her and shared their address with men online.
'Power of attorney more important than will', says widow
Bradley Visser had left clear instructions to his wife in the event of severe brain damage.
Bolton flats blaze: Students to be re-housed as £10,000 raised
Students evacuated from flats hit by a major blaze in Bolton will be re-housed as £10,000 is raised.
West Norwood shooting: Man critically injured
The victim was found on a nearby road with a gunshot wound, police say.
Lozells murder probe: Man arrested after fatal stabbing
The victim, in his 20s, was found injured in the Lozells area of Birmingham over the weekend.
Castleford lights switch on: Trader banned from mulled wine sales
Wakefield Council rejected Glenn Davison's bid to sell it at Castleford's festive lights switch-on.
Sir Paul McCartney among stars helping Jerry Donahue
The guitar will be sold to pay for American guitarist Jerry Donahue's stroke rehabilitation costs.
Three arrested after woman raped in Wigan park
The victim, aged in her 30s, was assaulted by one man "while the other two men stood by", police say.
England floods: Gloucestershire residents thwarted in water battle
The Environment Agency has warned river levels are likely to remain high for the next few days.
General Election 2019: Ex-MPs talk about abuse and mental health
Two politicians reflect on the impact public abuse has on their mental health.
General election 2019: 'It's all about Brexit' in Blackpool South key marginal
Leaving the European Union - or not - is the subject on everyone's lips in Blackpool.
Source: BBC News
