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East Midlands businesses can learn more about Intellectual Property copyright to help protect and enhance their products and services during an event at the Nottingham Conference Centre.

ACTOR Dominic West is treating fans to an exclusive performance alongside renowned international solo pianist Lucy Parham in aid of Bakewell-based charity Helen’s Trust.

Pupils at Highfields School had a taste for life ‘down under’ as they celebrated Australia Day.

WEATHER experts are predicting up to 10cm of snow could blanket parts of Derbyshire later today as the big freeze tightens its grip.

A TOP commercial director claims small to medium sized businesses are showing signs of stabilisation despite a difficult time, last year.

A CAMPAIGN to keep vulnerable people warm this winter is being launched at a Bakewell shop.

Some street lights will be turned off for a few hours each night, councillors decided at a meeting on Tuesday.

DECADES of dedication from a Darley Dale musician has led to him picking up another prestigious award.

With over 25 years experience writing scripts for The Archers and Emmerdale, it’s safe to say that Chris Thompson knows a thing or two about creating gripping storylines.

THey may be over 80 years old, but a collection of stylish photographs are causing some intrigue at a famous clothing company in Lea.

Pupils at Highfields School had a taste for life ‘down under’ as they celebrated Australia Day.

A CAMPAIGN to keep vulnerable people warm this winter is being launched at a Bakewell shop.

Some street lights will be turned off for a few hours each night, councillors decided at a meeting on Tuesday.

DECADES of dedication from a Darley Dale musician has led to him picking up another prestigious award.

With over 25 years experience writing scripts for The Archers and Emmerdale, it’s safe to say that Chris Thompson knows a thing or two about creating gripping storylines.

THey may be over 80 years old, but a collection of stylish photographs are causing some intrigue at a famous clothing company in Lea.

Blood donors are being urged to sign up for boat race in memory of a former Matlock Mercury journalist.

Make a date in your diary to help celebrate National Libraries Day in Derbyshire and you could be in with the chance of winning a prize.

Derby Mountain Rescue Team were called to Thorpe Cloud at Dovedale to a man who had fallen down a steep scree slope.

A MATLOCK councillor has described a report into off-road vehicle activities in the countryside as “very, very wrong” and has urged other people to lodge their concerns.

A unique partnership between Hayfield Primary School and Sustainable Hayfield is starting to reap rewards.

SNOW has been falling in Buxton and across the High Peak today (Saturday).

A BUXTON car raider has promised to stop committing crimes after a judge gave him a “last chance” to avoid a prison sentence.

Detectives in Buxton are appealing for witnesses after an 18-year-old woman was robbed as she walked along Leek Road toward the Esso garage.

WARNINGS of severe weather have been issued as the High Peak braces itself for the possibility of significant snowfall.

DERBYSHIRE has seen the biggest fall in the number of police officers in England and Wales, new figures show.

POLICE enquiry offices in Chapel-en-le-Frith and New Mills are to be closed as part of cost-cutting plans.

LOSING his wallet on a night out proved unfortunate for a Buxton man even though it was handed into police – as they found it contained illegal drugs.

A MAN who headbutted his mother before throwing her across the sofa and dragging her around has been spared jail.

BUYING drugs for her brother has led to a community order for a Buxton woman.