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Local Company Hope Display Of Top Class Fireworks Prompt Celebrations


Wednesday 1st August 2012



Local Company Spyrotechnics Hope Their Display Of Top Class Fireworks Prompt CelebrationsA Chesterfield based firework company will be going for glory when they take on two other companies in the British Firework Series Challenge in Leicestershire next month.

Spyrotechnics will be putting on a firework spectacular at Belvoir Castle in Leicestershire on Saturday, August 18th in the hope of winning the votes of the audience, and returning home with the title.

The event is the 1st leg of the annual GB Firework Championship Series, organised by the renowned Daventry based, MLE Pyrotechnics.

Spyrotechnics are competing against Pyromania Displays of Surrey, and F1 Pyrotechnics from West Sussex.

All will put on a 10 minutes world class firework display, choreographed to music, with the audience then texting their votes to the organisers to decide the eventual winners.

"It's a spectacular night - and if you a thrilled by top class firework displays, then this is the place for you," said Organiser Matt Lawrence.
 
Spyrotechnics are one of the UK's best firework displaycompanies"Spyrotechnics are one of the UK's best companies, and we're delighted they're involved in this competition yet again."

Indeed, the team from Spyrotechnics will be fancying their chances, as they have won previous Firework Champions events at Belvoir Castle, and at Stanford Hall last year. 

For more information, go to www.spyrotechnics.com or call them on 01246 261361.

Tickets for the event cost £15 for adults, £6 for children, with a £1.50 booking fee per order. The cost is £17 and £8 on the night.

 

 


 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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INQUEST INTO TRAGIC DEATH OF LOCAL WOMAN -
The inquest into the death of a Chesterfield woman who died whilst on holiday in North Wales with her family takes place today. More...

GOLD MEDALS ALL ROUND AS ASHOVER HOSTS OLYMPICS - London 2012 may still be some way off but 7 Ashover residents have already demonstrated their athletic prowess - and winning gold medals. More...

CHESTERFIELD CANAL BASIN IS FULL! -
We can now report that the Chesterfield Canal Staveley Town Basin has had its temporary dam removed and is now full! More...

REAL IRON LADIES PROTEST AT FILM -
A group of 'Real Iron Ladies' active during the 80's Miner's strike took part in a protest at Chesterfield Cineworld after the release of the Margaret Thatcher film, The Iron Lady More...

TRAIN TRAVEL PRICE RISES FROM TODAY -
New train fare tariffs come into force today, meaning that passengers in our region are faced with the prospect of higher prices for journeys. More...

BURST MAIN CAUSES ROAD DAMAGE IN CHESTERFIELD -
Severn Trent Water has confirmed a road in Chesterfield will remain closed for another day at least as it repairs damage caused by a burst water main. More...

100 YEARS ON, GROUP PAYS RESPECTS TO TRAGIC TEENAGERS -
One hundred years ago yesterday, five young girls were killed in a fire at a Chesterfield theatre More...

BRASS BAND PLAY AT HOLLINGWOOD HUB -
Woodhouse Prize Band gave a concert at Hollingwood Hub last Saturday morning More...

OPENING TIMES AND SCHEDULES OVER XMAS & NEW YEAR -
Changes to the Xmas and New year opening times for local Police Offices, local Chemists and Stagecoach buses. More...

CHESTERFIELD FC PLAYERS OFFICIALLY RELAUNCH FOODSTORES -
Colleagues and customers at 2 local foodstores celebrate the completion of their refurbs with help from 3 CFC players. More...

A WARM WELCOME THIS CHRISTMAS AT REVOLUTION HOUSE -
Revolution House, Chesterfield's best-known historic house is holding Xmas events from Sat 17th December. More...

NEW LIFE BREATHED INTO OLD FAVOURITE -
We've long been told that Chesterfield's economy continues to thrive despite the recession and one young couple have taken a chance on that - and are set to re open a favourite drinking haunt in the town. More...

CHESTERFIELD LIBRARY TURNS A PAGE -
Chesterfield Library is to get a brand new look as part of plans to create a new reception area and speed up service for book lovers in a hurry. More...

UNSETTLED WINTRY WEEK AHEAD -
The Met Office has told The Chesterfield Post that one of the stormiest periods the UK has seen for several years is set to continue this week More...

LONDON 2012 OFFERS FIRST LOCAL PLACES FOR TORCHBEARERS -
The London Organising Committee of the Olympic and Paralympic Games began making conditional offers to inspiring people nominated to carry the Olympic Flame More...

A WARM WELCOME TO CHESTERFIELD -
Front line staff this week became the town's first ambassadors as part of a new initiative launched by Destination Chesterfield. More...

CHESTERFIELD CELEBRATES IT'S SUCCESS -
Over 130 business leaders met in Chesterfield this week to hear about the latest plans for the town's future growth and development. More...

CHESTERFIELD RALLIES AGAINST THE CUTS -
It was billed as the biggest strike of a generation and today, thousands of workers marched through Chesterfield More...

PRIDE OF CHESTERFIELD TAKE TO THE STREETS -
The horrors of war experienced by 200 brave men were forgotten for a short while today as the 9/12th Lancers marched through Chesterfield this morning on a Homecoming Parade More...

CHESTERFIELD POST LAUNCHES NEW POST PERKS DISCOUNTS -
The Chesterfield Post has teamed up with local businesses and services to offer discounts on anything and everything - all FREE and simple to claim! More...

ROYAL LANCERS REGIMENT HOMECOMING PARADE TOMORROW -
Monday 28th November is an opportunity Chesterfield people to show their support for soldiers from the 9/12th Royal Lancers (Prince of Wales's) as they parade through town after their return from Afghanistan. More...

TEA FOR TWO...
One lucky local rider has fulfilled her dream, after entering a national competition aimed at fulfilling the ultimate dreams of bikers across the UK. More...

FLOOD DEFENCES CONSULTATION IN NORTH WINGFIELD -
A project which will significantly reduce the risk of internal and external flooding in a notoriously flood-prone area of Chesterfield will go on public display later this month More...

CHESTERFIELD STUDENT FACING EXTRADITION HAS FURTHER WAIT -
A decision on whether to extradite a student from Chesterfield, accused of breaching US copyright, to the US has been reserved until the New Year. More...

LEADING LOCAL VIDEO COMPANY PUTS TOP LAWYERS IN PICTURE -
Lawyers Wosskow Brown, have chosen leading local video production and media agency Shift Studios, to put them in the corporate spotlight. More...

FINANCIAL PLANNING SURVEY REVEALS 'TICKING TIMEBOMB' -
A survey out today has highlighted what's been termed 'a ticking timebomb' for people's long term financial future More...

GIANT 10-LEGGED SPIDER LURKS IN ASHOVER CHURCH ROOF -
Readers of a nervous disposition might want to look away now. A giant spider has taken up residence in the ringing chamber at Ashover's All Saints Church. More...

CHESTERFIELD MAN FACES NEXT ROUND OF EXTRADITION HEARING -
Almost 12 months ago Richard O'Dwyer, a Sheffield Hallam student, was called in for questioning by the city of London police. More...

SMOKING BAN PROSECUTIONS -
A hackney carriage driver and a private hire vehicle driver who were caught smoking in their vehicles have been convicted of an offence of smoking in a smoke-free place. More...

CASA HOTEL CELEBRATES ITS FIRST BIRTHDAY -
Chesterfields Casa hotel celebrates its 1st birthday at the end of November - and can look back on a year in which it has exceeded expectations and won countless accolades. More...

JOBCENTRE APPEALS FOR VOLUNTEERS AND LAPTOPS -
Free computer tuition at Jobcentre Plus in Chesterfield has proved so popular that an appeal has been made for volunteers and donations of any unwanted laptops.

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90 YEARS ON - A TOWN REMEMBERS -
Hundreds took to the streets of Chesterfield yesterday to pay their respects on Remembrance Sunday, the 90th since the Poppy Appeal began. More...

A TOWN WEARS IT'S POPPIES WITH PRIDE -
This year, Remembrance Day has extra resonance- bearing the date 11/11/11 and at 11am today, crowds gathered to pay their tributes to those injured or killed in wars. More...

CHESTERFIELD LIBRARY TO GET A REVAMP -
Chesterfield Library's foyer is to get a brand new look as part of plans to create a welcoming reception area and help book lovers in a hurry. More...

IMPROVEMENTS CREATING SPACE FOR TUPTON COMMUNITY -
A £76,921 improvement project to create a more user-friendly space for Tupton’s community activities is under way. More...

MELISSA REID OFFERS SUPPORT TO DERBYSHIRE GOLF -
Melissa Reid, winning Solheim Cup player and 3 times Ladies European Tour winner has agreed to be an ambassador for Derbyshire Golf. More...

ACT OF REMEMBRANCE IN CHESTERFIELD -
The Royal British Legion will hold the Act of Remembrance at the War Memorial on Rose Hill, Chesterfield, at 11am on Friday 11th November. More...

MATLOCK TOWN FC'S 37th SPORTSMANS DINNER RAISES £5k -
Matlock Town FC has raised over £5,000 from the first sportsman's dinner held at their new Sports and Social Club. More...

CHESTERFIELD FIRM 'TIMBERLINE'
GOES INTO ADMINISTRATION -

Chesterfield based firm, Timberline, which is based on Foxwood Road Industrial Estate has this week gone into administration. More...

MOTORISTS URGED TO GET READY FOR WINTER -
Be prepared for bad weather - the message Derby and Derbyshire Road Safety Partnership sends to motorists this winter. More...

DERBYSHIRE POPPY APPEAL IS LAUNCHED TODAY -
Today saw the launch of the 2011 Derbyshire Poppy Appeal at the b2net stadium, with Chesterfield FC Chairman Barrie Hubbard buying the first poppy of this year's campaign More...

TOYS 'R' US IS
CHILD'S PLAY FOR CHESTERFIELD -

Toys 'R' Us has celebrated it's Grand Official Opening today with hundreds of new customers visiting. More...

STUNNING VICTORY FOR DERBYSHIRE'S WOMENS GOLF TEAM -
Derbyshire scored a stunning victory by one shot from Northants at the County Team Scratch Championship at Kedleston Park. More...

IT'S NOT JUST SANTA WHO'S COMING TO TOWN... -
It's been reported today that Land Securities has signed up Debenhams to open a 62,000 sq ft store on the Ravenside Retail Park More...

TOYS 'R' US HITS CHESTERFIELD -
It's one of the biggest retailers in the UK and, this morning, Toys 'R' Us opened it's doors in Chesterfield. More...

NEW CHESTERFIELD CARE BUSINESS TO CREATE 30 JOBS -
A new local business, specialising in providing care for older people in their own homes, has opened in Chesterfield and aims to create 30 jobs More...

TEXTING DRIVERS PUT LIVES AT RISK -
Switch your phone off before you drive off - that's the message after a survey revealed that nearly 30% of drivers text while on the road. More...

SOUTH YORKS LAW FIRM GIVE SPORTING CHANCE TO OLYMPIC HOPEFULS -
Solicitors Wosskow Brown are giving a sporting boost to UK sportsmen and women in the run up to the London 2012. More...

JUGGERNAUT THREAT TO RURAL ROADS -
A group of NE Derbyshire villagers are campaigning against a proposal which they say would see juggernauts full of waste routed down narrow country lanes. More...

TOYS 'R' US COMES TO CHESTERFIELD BRINGING NEW JOBS -
A new 23,000 sq ft toy megastore is set to open at Spirewalk Park this month, creating up to 40 new jobs. More...

NEW FLAGSHIP ACADEMY WILL HELP YOUNG PEOPLE INTO WORK -
A new flagship academy that will revolutionise training facilities for the logistics industry and help young people into work has opened in Chesterfield. More...

CHESTERFIELD IS BLOOMING -
Entrants to the 2011 Chesterfield in Bloom awards gathered at the Ringwood Hall Hotel in Chesterfield tonight to hear if they had clinched one of the titles. More...

IT'S OFFICIAL - CASA HAVE THE COMFIEST BEDS IN THE UK! -
Chesterfield's CASA hotel is delighted to announce they've been awarded the 'Comfiest Bed' accolade in the annual Best Kept Secret Awards by LateRooms.com. More...

DIRTY JOB, BUT SOMEONE'S GOTTA DO IT! -
Work is due to begin today on a local watercourse in Bolsover, which will lead to an upgrade of the sewer network. More...

A GOOD THING FOR CHESTERFIELD -
Having been into Chesterfield this morning, it's fair to say that the name on everyone's lips today is Elton John. More...

CHATSWORTH RD FESTIVAL LAUNCHES THIS WEEKEND -
The Chatsworth Road Festival celebrates life on Chatsworth Rd and 9 days of entertainment and activities begin this Saturday,1st Oct. More...

LAST CHANCE TO NOMINATE LOCAL VOLUNTEER GROUPS -
There's still time to nominate your favourite local voluntary group for The Queen's Award for Voluntary Service, the MBE for volunteer organisations More...

CHESTERFIELD RIDER QUALIFIES FOR THE PRESTIGIOUS HORSE OF THE YEAR SHOW -
A local rider has won the chance to compete alongside seasoned professionals at the prestigious Horse of the Year Show 2011. More...

BURSARIES AVAILABLE TO HELP LOCAL ATHLETES REACH THE TOP -
Promising sports performers in Derbyshire are being encouraged to apply for a bursary from Podium More...

CHESTERFIELD SOLDIERS POLICE MAIN ROUTE IN HELMAND PROVINCE -
It's been revealed today that four soldiers from Chesterfield are coming to the end of a six-month tour in Afghanistan. More...

A LOCK IN AT SALTERGATE? CONFESSIONS OF A SPORTS REPORTER -
A nationally renowned sports journalist and former news journalist from Radio Hallam will be launching his first book at the B2 net tomorrow night, ahead of the clash with Bury. More...

20th CENTURY BRITISH CERAMICS COURSE -
Have you ever wondered about who designed that strange jug or tea set which lurks in the back of your cupboard? More...

DANCE YOURSELF DIZZY -
Chesterfield once again enjoyed bumper crowds as it celebrated its 'Day Of Dance' Festival in New Square on Saturday. More...

LOCAL STORES TAKE PART IN UK SCHOOL GAMES RELAY RACE -
Tomorrow heralds the start of the UK School Games, and this year the event is to be held in Sheffield, at the Motorpoint Arena. More...

NEW BUSINESS HELPING FAMILIES TO WEATHER THE RECESSION -
An enterprising local businesswoman has opened a shop in Chesterfield aimed at helping families beat the recession. More...

SHOPPING MADE EASIER AT NEWLY REFURBISHED STORE -
Sainsbury's this morning opened it's Chesterfield store's doors to customers for the first time since undergoing a refit and extension. More...

FINAL DIGITAL TV SWITCHOVER TODAY -
A reminder that today sees the second and final part of the Digital TV Switchover at two local transmitters. More...

APPEAL FOR HELP AFTER VANDALS TARGET CANAL -
Walkers are being urged to report suspicious behaviour after vandals drained a section of the Chesterfield Canal for the second weekend running. More...

CHESTERFIELD SAINSBURY'S EXTENSION NEARS COMPLETION -
Work to extend and improve Sainsbury's is nearing completion, with the store set to re-launch to customers at 9.00am on Wednesday 24th August. More...

DO YOU KNOW A TALENTED ATHLETE? -
Time's running out to nominate dedicated sports volunteers, coaches and athletes from across Derbyshire for the 2011 Derbyshire Sports Awards. More...

GOING DIGITAL IN DERBYSHIRE -
Residents in Chesterfield are being reminded they don't need to throw out old TV equipment in order to convert to digital, when remaining areas of the county switch to digital television in August and September More...

RSPCA OPENING DOORS FOR LOCAL YOUNG PEOPLE -
An innovative apprenticeship scheme is about to be launched in Chesterfield, meaning many young students can now achieve their dream of working with animals. More...

MOUNTAIN HIKE BRINGS JOY TO SEVEN YEAR OLD -
Big hearted policeman from Chesterfield recently swapped the beat for the mountains and completed the 3 Peak challenge in under 12 hours, raising over £6,000 to give one little boy a real taste of independence. More...

NORWAY - WE ARE THINKING OF THEM ALL -
7 people were killed after a bomb exploded in Oslo and 84 young people in a youth camp on Utoya Island shot and killed. Former Chesterfield Mayoress, Norwegian Inger Kitsch spoke with the Chesterfield Post More...

BOWL THE KIDS OVER THIS SUMMER -
Chesterfield Bowl are offering a surefire hit for the kids over the Summer Holidays with 'Summer Special Offer' Vouchers. More...

CLOWNE'S MOST ENTERPRISING INDIVIDUAL -
A man termed 'Clowne's most enterprising individual' will today attend an evening reception at Buckingham Palace More...

DRIVERS URGED TO 'BELT-UP' -
Derby and Derbyshire Road Safety Partnership is warning local drivers to take more care on our roads More...

AN INSPECTOR CALLS-
As reported on Friday on The Chesterfield Post, judges from 'Britain in Bloom' have now visited the town to view its floral assets. More...

FRIENDS OF STAND ROAD PARK ANNUAL COMMUNITY DAY -
Friends of Stand Rd Park will be holding their annual community consultation and family fun day event at the Park on Saturday 16th July More...

AND THE WINNER IS... -
One Lucky Chesterfield resident is celebrating this morning after winning a week's holiday to Tenerife with Teletext Holidays. More...

FUTURE CHAMPIONS TEE OFF IN DERBYSHIRE -
The next generation of young golfers in Derbyshire now have their own mini Tour to play on, the "Derbyshire Futures Tour 2011". More...

CHESTERFIELD ON SHOW FOR JUDGES -
Chesterfield is under the spotlight today when judges come to inspect the town's entry into the Large Town category of the East Midlands in Bloom competition. More...

WIN A TENERIFE HOLIDAY WITH TELETEXT DIRECT -
Here's your chance to win a fantastic Holiday to Tenerife courtesy of Teletext Holidays Direct, Chesterfield (in Tesco Express). More...

ROADWORKS UPDATE FOR THE BRITISH F1 GRAND PRIX -
A Roadworks update for the East Midlands, containing vital information ahead of the Formula 1 British Grand Prix weekend. More...

THE NEW NAME ON EVERYONE'S LIPS IN CHESTERFIELD -
One young restraunteur from Chesterfield is hoping to emulate a former colleague as he opens his new restaurant in Chesterfield on Monday 4th July. More...

HEROES - WE SALUTE YOU! -
These words, on home made banners and draped from a bridge, greeted soldiers and town dignitaries in the Armed Forces Day parade through Staveley More...

KATE MOSS & NAOMI CAMPBELL AT THE B2NET? -
No, not John Sheridan's latest signings but, YOU could be a model for the evening as the club wants Chesterfield's ladies, in association with Debenhams, to be a volunteer model More...

NEW FIGURES PUBLISHED OF FATALLY INJURED WORKERS -
News today which says that more workers than ever are being fatally injured whilst at work. More...

LOCAL WORKER INJURY - FIRM FINED BY HSE -
A specialist plastering contractor has been fined after two workers were seriously injured during construction of Derby’s Westfield shopping centre. More...

CHESTERFIELD LAW CENTRE OPPOSES LEGAL AID BILL -
Local Law Centre warns that The Government's Legal Aid Bill could cut legal advice to workers from 2013 More...

CURRY NOMINATION DEADLINE LOOMING -
Time's running out for voters to contribute to the first hungryhouse.co.uk English Curry Awards, which will take place on the 25th July in Manchester. More...

ONLY HERE FOR THE BEER! -
This coming weekend pubs in Chesterfield will experience a prestigious visit from the National Executive of CAMRA. More...

DAWNING OF A (NEW) AGE OF AQUARIUS -
There's a chance to relive your youth, as Chesterfield FC is set to bring the 'Acker' Aquarius nightclub back for one night only More...

CHESTERFIELD PAYS ITS RESPECTS TO THE ARMED SERVICES -
The Town this morning saluted its soldiers, past and present, at the beginning of Armed Forces Week. More...

2,500 REASONS TO CELEBRATE LIVING IN CHESTERFIELD -
Chesterfield Town Hall may have turned red at the last election but this morning it was a sea of pink, as the starting point for Cancer Research's 'Race For Life'. More...

WATER TREATMENT WORKS CAUSES LOCAL STINK -
Work to upgrade a wastewater plant has caused a high degree of unpleasant odour in a local community. More...

FAMILY LAW FIRM GROWS -
Banner Jones Solicitors, the Chesterfield and Sheffield based law firm continue to develop their Family Law department adding 2 new team members. More...

WATER RESTRICTIONS LOOM FOR CHESTERFIELD -
Despite today's downpours, there may be water restrictions ahead for householders in Chesterfield say Severn Trent More...

NOMINATIONS SOUGHT FOR OLYMPIC TORCHBEARERS -
With 1 year to go until the Olympic flame arrives in the UK, the LOCOG has now launched the search for 8,000 Torchbearers More...

A SMOOTHER, SAFER RIDE FOR THE M1 -
New congestion-tackling variable mandatory speed limits on the widened M1 in Notts and Derbys begin today. More...

RADIO 1 XTRA'S DJ BAILEY SPINS AT DONUT -
Youngsters were recently given the chance to work with a national radio DJ and produce their own CDs and artwork More...

RAIN ON WAY, BUT MORE NEEDED - SEVERN TRENT -
It will take more than a few showers to ensure reservoirs levels throughout the summer, says Severn Trent water company. More...

MYSTERY INSPECTION DELIVERS 4 STAR RESULT FOR CASA -
Staff at Chesterfield's newest hotel, Casa, are celebrating this week following an AA inspection that saw the venue receive a 4 Star rating More...

OLYMPIC HOPEFULS PROMOTE LOCAL BUSINESS BOOST -
Destination Chesterfield hosted A Champion's Breakfast, aimed at embracing the Olympics and the long-term economic effect it can have locally. More...

RECEIVERS CALLED IN BY DIY FIRM -
Job losses are feared tonight after receivers were called in to retailer Focus DIY which has a store in Chesterfield. More...

TV ROLE FOR TIDESWELL FOOD FESTIVAL -
As Tideswell prepares for stardom on the nation's TV screens, Chesterfield food fans are being given the chance to get in on the act. More...

LIGHTING THE WAY? -
It's expected to be revealed next month whether Derbyshire will see the Torch Relay pass through the county in the run up to the 2012 Olympic and Paralympic Games. More...

ROADS TO AVOID OVER EASTER -
Good news for travelling over the Easter break, work on 44 carriageway miles are due to be suspended More...

JURY RETURNS VERDICT ON FARMER TRAMPLED BY COWS -
An 8-man jury today returned a verdict of Death by Accident at Chesterfield Coroners Court on a farmer trampled to death by cows in front of his daughter... More...

ALL I'VE DONE IN LIFE IS BECAUSE OF ELLIS-
The last time they saw each other they were 19, and doing their National Service. Roll forward 50 years... More...

ON THE BUSES -
The Mayor and Mayoress of Chesterfield were present this week to welcome a record breaking coach into the town. More...

STREET BOOZE BAN FOR PARTS OF CHESTERFIELD -
Tomorrow sees the introduction of an order that anyone caught drinking alcohol in public will see their drink confiscated by police More...

CHESTERFIELD FIRM STRIKE GOLD WITH CHILEAN CONTRACT -
A local firm who manufacture specialist tools for the drilling & mining industry have gained a new customer in Chile that will bring in a potential of £400k in orders a year, with help from UKTI. More...

FREE APP FOR CLAY CROSS HISTORY -
The history and heritage of Clay Cross is the inspiration behind a multi-media trail that uses the latest mobile phone technology More...

CENSUS 2011, HAVE YOU DONE YOURS? -
Census Day only happens every decade. Yesterday was 2011's Census Day and we wondered, Have you done yours? More...

SAVE THE MANOR -
It's acknowledged as one of Chesterfield's landmark buildings, it's been the Central School and The Harry Cropper School and more latterly Manor School. More...

iPAD2 LAUNCHES IN CHESTERFIELD, SOLD OUT IN MINUTES -
Apple's new iPad 2 launched on Friday with people queuing out of the door for the latest offering from the California based computer giants. More...

MESSAGE OF HOPE FROM JAPAN -
"We never give up, we can endure, we'll never walk alone!" Those are the words of a Spireite from Japan who has written from the disaster hit country. More...

SCHOOL BUS CRASH -
More details are now becoming known about the crash of the no 144 bus this morning as it ferried children to St Mary's High school. More...

HOMES BOOST FOR TOWN -
Mayor of Chesterfield, Cllr Keith Morgan, has officially launched a brand new phase at Barratt East Midlands' 'The Spires' on Derby Rd More...

AND A GOOD TIME WAS HAD BY ALL -
Great beers, cracking music, unique venue, and better still, all local. That was the ethos behind this weekend’s inaugural Beer 2 net festival. More...

URBAN DESIGN CONFERENCE COMES TO TOWN -
NE Derbyshire is about to welcome top-level speakers from across the design industry as it hosts an event aimed at promoting best practice in urban design. More...

6 PAIRS OF TICKETS FOR THE BEER2NET FESTIVAL TO BE WON-
We can reveal that The Chesterfield Post has 6 PAIRS OF TICKETS to give away for entry to the 'BEER2NET' festival on Saturday 12th March... More...

PASTORAL CARE COMES TO TOWN -
They offer anything from friendship to flip flops, and from the summer, they'll be coming to streets near you. More...

LOCAL ACTS AT THE BEER2NET -
Organisers of the Beer2net festival have unveiled details of the music that will be on offer on the two evenings - 11th and 12th March. More...

WHY HERE? -
Residents in Chesterfield are expressing concern after telephone companies applied for planning permission for a mast that will be situated close to a residential area. More...

AUTO WINDSCREENS CLOSES DOWN -
In a devastating blow to employment in the town 400 lost their jobs locally, 1,100 nationally, as Auto Windscreens announced that it had gone into liquidation More....

'BEER2NET'
FESTIVAL -

Another local beer festival, with Derbyshire right at the heart, is to be added to the calendar and this one will indeed be unique. More...

STEP BACK IN TIME THIS HALF TERM -
If you thought Time Travel was just for DOCTOR WHO, then you'd be wrong... More...

A MILLION REASONS TO TACKLE YOUTH UNEMPLOYMENT -
Figures released yesterday show more young people aged 16-24 can't find work. One youth charity is calling on our business leaders to help... More...

WAITING FOR NEWS -
Gary works for Auto Windscreens in their Aston depot. He should have been back at work tomorrow but now faces an uncertain future after Administrators were called in. More...

THE FIGHT TO SAVE THE FIRM CONTINUES -
The administrators of Chesterfield Company Auto Windscreens have received more than 70 expressions of interest in taking over the company. More...

UPDATE - ADMINISTRATORS BATTLE TO SAVE AUTO WINDSCREENS -
More details are becoming known after the shock announcement last night that Chesterfield based Auto Windscreens has gone into administration. More...

HOME FROM HOME FOR SPANISH STUDENTS -
For 4 students, the CASA hotel has proved to be a home from home as they act as guinea pigs for a link between a Spanish Uni' and CASA. More...

INFLUENTIAL BOARD 'INSPIRED' BY TOWN -
Members of an influential and prestigious planning board have been in Chesterfield today to see for themselves the regeneration taking place in the town. More...

BODY FOUND IN SEARCH FOR MISSING WOMAN -
Officers searching for missing woman Sharon Beckerson say they believe a body discovered in the canal at Long Eaton could be her. More...

HAVE YOUR SAY IN CLAY CROSS -
Work is well underway in the Clay Cross Bridge Street Regeneration Scheme, and now residents in the town are being asked for their views More...

STEVE PEREZ INTERVIEW -
If ever the phrase 'self-made-man' summed up anyone, it's Steve Perez. Raised in Chesterfield, Steve has learned his trade from the ground up. More...

ON THE BUSES -
A new and purpose built facility which it's hoped will make life easier for passengers in a NE Derbys town has, this week, opened it's doors. More...

POLICE ISSUE CCTV IMAGES OF MISSING WOMAN -
Nearly 2 weeks after she disappeared, Police have issued CCTV images of a woman believed to be missing Sharon Beckerson. More...

ELLIS POLLARD: FOUND! -
We caught up with Ron Sumpton to tell him we have traced his RAF colleague and friend of 50 years ago, Ellis Pollard, and they will have a reunion very soon. More...

'FANTASTIC' NEW RECYCLING SERVICE -
Plastic recycling facilities are about to become 'fantastic' with the start of a new scheme in Bolsover and NE Derbys as the 2 Councils join forces to streamline and save money More...

HOLOCAUST MEMORIAL DAY COMMEMORATED -
Holocaust Memorial Day will be marked in Chesterfield with a display in the Town Hall Foyer and film of recorded stories from those who experienced the atrocity. More...

PLAYING CATCH UP -
Have you played in the Alfreton and District Sunday Football League? If so, then you may be interested to know that a HUGE reunion is planned for later this year. More...

LICENSES WITHDRAWN AFTER UNDERAGE SALES TESTS -
2 licensed premises in Chesterfield have been prevented from selling alcohol after being found to be in breach of licensing laws. More...

DO YOU KNOW ELLIS POLLARD? -
In 1958 another man saved Ron Sumpton's life. He's never forgotten that brave act and 53 years on, he is trying to trace the man who rescued him More...

LOCAL BUSINESS WINS AWARD -
A local business which has in the past helped Chesterfield Borough Council to reduce it’s carbon reduction targets is celebrating after being named as 3i Private Business of the Year More...

LISTEN WHILE YOU WALK -
Visitors walking in some of the local areas of interest in NE Derbys can soon be guided along the trails by the voices and memories of local people More...

USEFUL XMAS HELP -
Some Information and numbers that you may find helpful over the christmas period. More...

A CHRISTMAS BLESSING -
"The best Christmas present ever!" That's how one mum summed up a church's generosity after her young daughter was presented with a much needed therapy bike at a packed service. More...

TRUE GRIT II -
DCC's gritters will be out and about in the next couple of days as temperatures plunge and the wintry conditions return. More...

MINING DISASTER TRIBUTE UNVEILED -
In 1861, 23 men died when Clay Cross No 2 pit was flooded by water from another mine. Nearly 150 years later the town to the miners who lost their lives there has unveiled a tribute. More...

NEW COUNCIL PROPERTIES TO COME TO CHESTERFIELD -
Chesterfield Borough Council has today (Tuesday) given it's approval for five community rooms to be converted into six new bungalows. More...

COMMUNITY PRAISED FOR SPIRE APPEAL SUCCESS -
Church members in Ashover are celebrating after the community raised enough money to carry out essential repairs to the tower and steeple at All Saints. More...

GOING DOWN WELL -
Whilst taking part in the Darmstadt Xmas market last week, Brampton Brewery's products proved so popular that they sold completely out. More...

A BIT OF A WEEK! -
One week ago the white stuff had just arrived. As we woke up to Tuesday, we had no idea that it was to be the worst dumping of snow for years. More...

TRUE GRIT! -
Derbyshire County Council - "The help we get from voluntary groups and residents is invaluable and we'd like to say a huge thank you." More...

PRICE HIKE ENDS ASHOVER TREE LIGHTS CEREMONY -
Ashover's traditional Christmas tree lights official switch-on ceremony has fallen victim to the economic downturn. More...

COMMUNITY SPIRIT -
The Chesterfield Post set out to discover the real impact in local communities of the dumping, spending parts of the day on the streets of New Whittington More...

THE WORK
CONTINUES -

The heavy snowfall has meant a long day for Council workers in the town who have worked to keep things moving across Chesterfield. More...

OPEN FOR BUSINESS -
Chesterfield's much talked about and eagerly awaited new four star Casa Hotel has opened it’s doors to the public for the first time on schedule. More...

LOCAL COUNCIL NOMINATED FOR PRESTIGIOUS AWARD -
It's the 2nd time in the past 3 years that North east Derbyshire District Council has been shortlisted as 'Most Improved Council' at the annual Local Government Chronicle awards. More...

CHESTERFIELD'S GREENPRINT LAUNCHED -
A new 'Greenprint' for Chesterfield that sets out plans to protect and save the plants and animals that exist throughout the Borough has been launched. More...

CHESTERFIELD WWII AIRMAN'S FAMILY FOUND -
The Chesterfield Post asked you some time ago for any information regarding relatives of a World War Two Airman, Sgt Dennis Heeley, shot down in Germany in 1945. More...

MORE NEW RETAIL JOBS FOR CHESTERFIELD -
Forty new jobs have been created in town, with the arrival of a new Poundland store this weekend. More...

FOUR FOUND GUILTY OF FRAUD -
Chesterfield Borough Council has successfully prosecuted 4 individuals for a variety of benefit frauds at the North East Derbyshire and Dales Magistrates' Court. More...

A TOWN REMEMBERS -
Hundreds today lined the streets of Chesterfield in support of the town's Remembrance Day Service and March. More...

AND THEN THERE WAS LIGHT -
Over 12,000 guests packed into the Meadowhall Shopping centre to see the first ever 'Christmas light switch on concert' with stars including Olly Murs, Alesha Dixon and Eliza Doolittle. More...

NEW GAMES AREA OPENS -
A new sports facility for youngsters in Chesterfield has now been officially opened at Highfield Park in Newbold. More...

NEW PLANNING TRACKING SYSTEM LAUNCHED -
A new on-line facility has been launched today enabling local people to search for, track and comment on planning applications in North East Derbyshire. More...

LOOK OUT - THERE'S BIKES ABOUT! -
Watch out for bikes - that's the message Derby and Derbyshire Road Safety Partnership is sending to drivers in it's latest publicity campaign. More...

COUNCIL SEEKS TO REASSURE RESIDENTS
AS PHONE PROBLEMS CONTINUE -

Hundreds of Chesterfield residents are still without phone or internet access as engineers battle to repair 400m of underground cables More...

SPIREITES ADD SPARKLE TO BONFIRE NIGHT -
As Bonfire Night approaches, Chesterfield Football Club has announced it will be opening its car park at the B2net Stadium More...

100 NEW JOBS FOR TOWN AS NEW STORE OPENS -
There was a huge jobs boost for Chesterfield when Matalan opened it's doors to the public for the first time on Saturday morning. More...

PARADE LIGHTS UP CHESTERFIELD -
Samba dancers, The Mayor and Mayoress, Panto Dame and villain along with many home made lanterns all gathered in front of a illuminated Crooked Spire. More...

AN EVENING WITH SHAPPI -
Many people wouldn't describe a performance in front of a packed out theatre as 'intimate' ... More...

JONTY HEARNDEN IMPRESSED BY LOCAL MARKET -
We spoke to Jonty after he had completed the Mayor and Mayoress's 'Bargain Hunt' in Chesterfield Market on Thursday More...

YOUR COUNCIL
NEEDS YOU! -

The way that Chesterfield Borough Council is run could be about to change. The Council is currently undergoing a review of it's decision-making structure More...

GIANT FIRE BIRD TO ILLUMINATE THE GARDEN OF LIGHT -
A giant Fire Bird Sculpture, created by local students will set Queen's Park alight this weekend. More...

TOP COMEDIAN CELEBRATES MARKET FESTIVAL WITH HIT SHOW -
Ahead of her visit to Chesterfield to take part in the festival, we had a chat with comedian Shappi Korsandi who will be performing her hit show 'Moon on a stick' at the Pomegranate Theatre on the 28th. More...

7 ARRESTS AT CHESTERFIELD V SHREWSBURY GAME -
Trouble, which flared at the B2Net after the Spireites victory over Shrewsbury, resulted in seven arrests Derbyshire police have confirmed. More...

FULL STEAM AHEAD FOR RESTORED STEAM ENGINE -
There was a treat in store for steam buffs when a recently restored engine made it's mainline comeback in Chesterfield on Saturday. More...

8 PROJECTS SECURE FUNDING TO REDUCE UNEMPLOYMENT -
Chesterfield Borough Council has announced it is to fund eight projects aiming to get people back into work through it's Working Neighbourhoods Fund More...

BOROUGH COUNCIL LEADER RESPONDS TO CUTS -
Cllr Ray Russell told the people of Chesterfield that the Council are doing everything they can to protect services to residents. More...

"THANKS" TO THE INCINERATOR CAMPAIGNERS FROM THE COUNCIL -
CBC issued us with a short statement in which they expressed their delight and the decision and praised the team behind what was described as a "well run and exemplary campaign". More...

THE SPENDING REVIEW: HOW WILL IT IMPACT OUR TOWN -
After today's spending review by George Osborne, with £81bn to be cut from public spending in all, how will that affect people In Chesterfield and their services? More...

AFTER THE INCINERATOR DECISION -
As the impact of the decision began to sink in, the Chesterfield Post got immediate reaction from several key players. More...

INCINERATOR TRIUMPH EXTRA: QUOTES -
Several people spoke at the meeting to air their concerns about the site ahead of the final decision. More...

PEOPLE POWER TRIUMPHS IN INCINERATOR
BATTLE -

After a mammoth FIVE-hour session in the Derbyshire County Council Chamber, Planning Councillors overwhelmingly rejected planning for the incinerator. More...

COUNCIL BEGINS DRIVE TO SAVE £4m OVER THE NEXT DECADE -
Chesterfield Borough Council will today begin a Public/Private Partnership arrangement which will help to save up to £4million over the next 10 years More...

INCINERATOR: CAMPAIGNERS LAUNCH 11th HOUR CHALLENGE -
Campaigners believe that one important factor in the decision has been overlooked and are asking for an archaelogical assessment More...

REPORT INTO INCINERATOR RECOMMENDS APPROVAL -
Ahead of the Planning meeting at Derbyshire County Hall on Tuesday, the Strategic Director's report will recommend to the Committee that planning permission for the site is approved. More...

LOCAL LIBRARIES HELP RESIDENTS TO RECHARGE THEIR BATTERIES -
Chesterfield residents are being encouraged to recharge their batteries quite literally as they visit libraries this month. More...

MOTHER'S PRIDE -
Liam Pitchford, local Table Tennis star, is celebrating after bringing home two medals from The Commonwealth Games in Delhi. More...

PROTESTERS WELCOME FOR THE DEPUTY PM -
As Nick Clegg arrived in Chesterfield this morning, a group gathered by the school entrance, waving placards and protesting about the Coalition cuts. More...

REACTION TO NICK CLEGG'S SPEECH -
After Mr Clegg had spoken at Spire junior School, we caught up with members of the audience who told us what they thought of the speech. More...

ACTIONS SPEAK LOUDER THAN
WORDS -

Deputy prime Minister Nick Clegg speaks about funding plans for Education to an invited audience at the Spire Junior School in Chesterfield More...

LOCAL SPORTING HEROES HONOURED -
Unsung sporting heroes from across the area have been honoured for their achievements. More...

KEEP WARM THIS WINTER -
Residents across North Derbyshire are being encouraged to find out more about keeping warm this winter at a series of drop-in events. More...

RECOGNITION GIVEN TO CHESTERFIELD'S GARDENERS -
The 2010 Chesterfield in Bloom awards took place at the Ringwood Hall Hotel with several entrants competing for the competition’s highly regarded titles.More...

296 JOBS FOR CHRISTMAS AT CLAY CROSS STORE -
Candidates preparing to work at Tesco's new Clay Cross town centre store have been taking part in community projects to help develop their team building skills. More...

GIVEN THE RUNAROUND BY WILKINSONS -
Nina Bradwell, 51, from North Wingfield near Chesterfield was handed the keys to her brand new family car after winning the Wilkinsons' prize draw competition. More...

CASA HOTEL ENTERS FINAL STAGES OF DEVELOPMENT -
Excitement is growing as Chesterfield's new £20 million four-star hotel prepares to open. More...

IT STARTED AS A NORMAL DAY IN THE OFFICE -
7/7 2005 saw Matlock GP Dr Peter Holden at his offices at the BMA in Tavistock Square where he spends two days a week. More...

NEDDC LIFEGUARDS ARE THE BEST IN THE COUNTRY -
Lifeguards working for North East Derbyshire District Council have been recognized as being the best in the UK after coming top in a competition. More...

TORNADO HITS BARROW HILL! -
Don't worry, not a freak weather incident, but around 1,000 people flocked to Barrow Hill Roundhouse Railway to ride behind the famous A1 steam locomotive 'Tornado' More...

REPORT FROM THE FRONTLINE - THE INCINERATOR MARCH -
Chesterfield Post Editor Karen Johnson spoke with Campaign Leader Julie Harrington and local MP's Toby Perkins and Natascha Engel for their thoughts on the Campaign and march. More...

OFFICIAL LAUNCH OF THE CHESTERFIELD POST -
The Chesterfield Post was officially launched today at a lunchtime ceremony at the Winding Wheel Ballroom in Chesterfield Town Centre. More...

NEW LOOK FOR AN OLD FAVOURITE 2 -
Shoppers shared in the fun and watched The Mayor and Mayoress of Chesterfield cut the ceremonial ribbon to officially open the revamped Wilkinson's store, More...

MARCH AGAINST THE INCINERATOR -
On Saturday 9th October members of the public march to protest against the planning application for a hazardous waste incinerator on Dunston Road. More...

MORE ABOUT 'DESTINATION CHESTERFIELD' -
The Chesterfield Post brought you news of an exciting new project, run by business leaders and councillors in the town and launched earlier this week. We now can tell you more... More...

MULTI-MILLION POUND CASH BOOST FOR CHESTERFIELD -
Over 600 million pounds of significant development potential is around Chesterfield waiting to be accessed over the next few years. More...

NEW LOOK FOR AN OLD FAVOURITE -
Wilkinsons on Vicar Lane is set for a makeover this month as part of the company's nationwide initiative to invest in local towns. More...

UK OLDER PEOPLE"S DAY 2010 -
'Getting and Staying active in later life' - that's the theme for this
Year's Older People’s Day 2010. More...

HAVE YOUR SAY ON CHESTERFIELD'S TAXIS -
Chesterfield residents, taxi drivers and operators are being asked for their views on a new taxi licensing policy. More...

DON'T MESS AROUND -
Chesterfield Borough Council has launched a new campaign aimed at tackling dog owners who don't clean up their dog mess. More...

EVERY VOLUNTEER HELPS -
Despite the murky weather, hundreds of people visited Tesco's Community Fair. More...

WELL DRESSED CHESTERFIELD -
Reviving a tradition
dating back to 1864, Chesterfield this week celebrates Well Dressing. More...

HOTEL BUILD BRINGS CASH TO CHESTERFIELD - As Chesterfield continues to battle these recession-hit times, one new Hotel complex that's under construction is already bringing a much needed jobs and cash boost to the town. More...

HELP SHAPE THE FUTURE OF STAVELEY - Residents of Staveley are being asked by Chesterfield Borough Council to make comments and give their views of a draft appraisal on the Staveley Conservation Area. More...

MEADOWHALL CELEBRATES 7,000 OPENINGS -
Thousands of well-wishers crowded into Meadowhall shopping centre on Saturday to celebrate it's 20th birthday. More...

JOBS AND TOURISM BOOST - Work has begun today on a new multi million pound hotel development that will bring investment and
jobs to NE Derbyshire. More...

CHESTERFIELD WOMAN ROBBED IN HER OWN HOME - Police are appealing for information after a robbery at a house on Vincent Crescent, Chesterfield on Saturday August 28. More...

FROM THE U.S.A. TO US - A new face has just been appointed to a key position within the 20 million pound Casa Hotel Development in Chesterfield. More...

DAVID MILIBAND VISITS CHESTERFIELD - Part 2. Questions from the Market Hall Meeting with Labour supporters and Members. More...

DAVID MILIBAND VISITS CHESTERFIELD David Miliband, MP, has spent today (Monday 23rd August) visiting Chesterfield to talk to Labour and Trade Union Members at a meeting in Market Hall during his campaign for the Labour Party Leadership... More...

CHESTFEST
Despite the mixed weather hundreds of young people gathered in Chesterfield's Queen's Park at the weekend for Chestfest.
The music and arts event... More...

CAN YOU HELP A FUTURE STAR TO SHINE? A brave Chesterfield schoolgirl, born with a life threatening heart defect requiring  surgery, is now seen as one of the most promising football talents in the UK... More...

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