Belper19 Aug 2026First patients welcomed to new £15m health centreOutpatient services are moved to the centre from Babington Hospital, which is being decommissioned.19 Aug 202614 Aug 2026Penny farthing cyclist beats continuous ride recordRichard Thoday beats the 1886 record for a continuous penny farthing cycle - reaching 236 miles (380km).14 Aug 20266 Aug 2026'Breastfeeding welcome' signs to help mums feel more comfortableStacey Murray says the signs will help mothers feel more at ease when breastfeeding in public.6 Aug 202611 Jul 2026Rain needed to restore river levels at town parkWork at Belper's River Gardens has been finished but the water cannot be raised until it rains.11 Jul 202630 Jun 2026Arson investigation after park grass fireGrass at a park in Belper went up in flames on Monday and police are investigating.30 Jun 202628 Jun 2026The mill tycoon who shared Britain's secrets with the USSamuel Slater became rich by taking British industrial secrets and sharing them with the US.28 Jun 202626 Jun 2026Water firm fixes damaged pipe near villageSevern Trent says the damage was accidentally caused by a third party.26 Jun 202625 Jun 2026Burst water pipe 'fountain' leads to supply issuesSevern Trent has apologised for any issues that customers may be experiencing. 25 Jun 202612 Jun 2026Mountain rescuer made MBE after decades of servicePeople in the county have been honoured services to arts, defence, education, charity and more.12 Jun 2026...
