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John Sheridan on Anthony Spyrou departure and upcoming clash vs Chorley
Chesterfield manager John Sheridan says Anthony Spyrou has returned to Norwich after spending time on-loan at the Proact The striker joined the Spireites in the summer but has been sent back to his parent club after suffering an injury and struggling to get into the starting 11. Sheridan also says he isn't taking his opponents for granted, despite Chorley sitting bottom of the National League
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David Buchanan previews Chesterfield vs Chorley
Chesterfield full back David Buchannan admits he's had a frustrating start to the season The 33 year old has only just made his way back into the side after picking up an injury in August He Spoke to Peak FM ahead of Chesterfield's game at home to Chorley
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SPECIAL REPORT: Unstone residents battle to prevent flood water getting into their homes
Homes in Unstone have been flooded following last night's excessive rainfall. People in the area have responded by putting sandbags outside their properties, in a bid to prevent further damage. We found out how the rainfall has affected residents in the village.
Local
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Wingerworth man to carry out free roofing repairs for charity
A roofer from Wingerworth will be doing free repairs in return for charity donations in a bid to raise some Christmas cheer.
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Two men arrested on suspicion of stealing tools from a van in Buxton
It led to a Police pursuit into Cheshire.
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Plans to develop 50 apartments near Ripley require a 'full contamination investigation'
It's due to the site's previous use as a landfill for the Butterley Iron Works.
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Posters of two boys killed by drink driver to be displayed in Derbyshire over Christmas
A poster featuring two brothers killed by a drink driver will be placed in bars, pubs and clubs across Derbyshire to remind revellers of the very real dangers of drink- and drug-driving.
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Major road in Staveley closed due to collision
Police have closed the A619 Duke Street in Staveley due to a collision between two cars
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CCTV released following Chesterfield car theft
Police have released images of a man they would like to speak to after a car was taken from a car wash in Chesterfield.
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Local firms and residents in the Derbyshire Dales urged to seek relief following last month's floods
The District Council want those impacted to submit their details.
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Firefighters from Clay Cross rescue dog with its foot stuck in a car seat
Crews responded just before 9am.
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Abercrombie Primary School in Chesterfield closed today due to health and safety reasons
The school say the decision hasn't been taken lightly and doesn't involve them in any way.
Local Sport
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Chesterfield beaten at home once again
Yeovil Town won 2-1 in North Derbyshire last night.
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Chesterfield FC release statement amid takeover speculation
Chesterfield Football Club have released a statement after Chesterfield FC Community Trust declared an interest in purchasing the club.
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Chesterfield slump to late defeat against Bromley
It leaves the Spireites joint bottom of the National League.
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Chesterfield earn last gasp point at Aldershot
Tom Denton equalised in the 94th minute.
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Spreites sign experienced defender
Chesterfield have signed experienced defender Matt Tootle on loan from Notts County until the end of the season.
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Sheridan: 'I want to show that I really care'
John Sheridan has told today's press conference that he wants to face recent criticism and turn Chesterfield Football Club's fortunes around on the pitch.
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Chesterfield's players agree to pay for supporters heading to Torquay United next month
They've made the decision after three straight losses in the National League.
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Early kick off time for Spireites' FA Trophy match
Chesterfield’s forthcoming FA Trophy tie against Notts County on Saturday, December 14 will kick off at 1pm.
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A member of staff departs Chesterfield FC
It'll free up a new position at the club.
Showbiz News
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David Bellamy has died aged 86
Conservation Foundation director David Shreeve said he died on Wednesday morning.
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All the UK chart records racked up in the last decade
Ed Sheeran is going to need a bigger mantelpiece.
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Roxette lead singer dies
Marie Fredriksson has died aged 61 this week following a long illness.
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Golden Globes 2020 nominees
The Golden Globes nominations for 2020 have been revealed, celebrating the biggest films and TV series of the past year.
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Jacqueline Jossa wins I'm A Celeb
She beat Corrie's Andy Whyment into second place after a gruelling three weeks in the jungle.
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No Time To Die full trailer sees Daniel Craig cheat death as 007
The full trailer for the new James Bond film No Time To Die has been released today.
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Spotify reveals the biggest songs of the decade
As the 2010s draw to a close, Spotify has revealed its biggest artists and songs of the past decade.
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Cadet: Man pleads guilty to causing death of rapper
A man has pleaded guilty to causing the death of London rapper Cadet in a car crash.
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Gavin And Stacey: Cast thought Corden's call was a scam
The moment James Corden and Ruth Jones got the green light for the Gavin And Stacey Christmas Special, they couldn’t wait to call the cast – but getting in touch proved difficult.
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Madonna cancels Madame X tour shows
Madonna has announced she has had to cancel tour dates on "doctors' orders" due to "overwhelming pain".
UK News
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General election: Conservatives predicted to win with commanding majority - exit poll
The Conservatives have won the general election and Boris Johnson will enjoy a commanding House of Commons majority, the broadcasters' exit poll suggests.
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General election: John McDonnell admits Labour could face 'dramatically bad' result
Labour's shadow chancellor John McDonnell has admitted his party could be on course for a "dramatically bad" general election result.
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General election: John Bercow says he has 'never bullied anyone, in any way, to any degree'
The former Speaker of the House of Commons has denied bullying allegations made against him in an interview with Sky News.
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General election: John Bercow says exit poll gives Boris Johnson 'phenomenal' victory
A Conservative majority of 86 is a "phenomenal" result for Boris Johnson, says former House of Commons Speaker John Bercow.
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General election: Bumper majority would be spectacular personal triumph for Johnson
Boris Johnson's big gamble of a Christmas election has paid off handsomely.
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General election: Pound surges as exit poll predicts big Tory majority
The pound has surged after a closely-watched exit poll predicted the Conservatives had secured a commanding majority in the general election.
Around the World
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New Zealand volcano: Six bodies recovered from White Island
New Zealand authorities have recovered six more bodies after a team landed on White Island to begin a high-risk operation to bring back victims of Monday's volcanic eruption.
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US and China 'agree terms' to avert trade war escalation
Stock markets have surged on reports a trade deal has been agreed in principle between the United States and China.
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RAF joins search for missing Chilean air force plane with 38 on board
The RAF is helping search for a missing Chilean air force plane that had 38 people on board, the Ministry of Defence has said.
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What Happened To Annie?: The CIA And Prestwick
With no suicide note and a growing collection of troubling discoveries, the grieving family of Annie Borjesson have long doubted the official verdict on how she died just a day before flying home for Christmas.
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'Hey Siri, call 911': Teen's life saved from icy water by phone assistant
A teenager whose car was sinking into freezing water was saved when he asked Siri to call 911.
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World's oldest artwork? 44,000-year-old cave painting discovered in Indonesia
A cave painting discovered in Indonesia on the island of Sulawesi could be the oldest known artwork in the world, according to new research.
Sport
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Liverpool in talks over January deal for Red Bull Salzburg's Takumi Minamino
Liverpool are in talks to sign Red Bull Salzburg's Takumi Minamino in January.
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Erling Haaland visits RB Leipzig and Dortmund as January move nears
Erling Haaland visited both RB Leipzig and Borussia Dortmund on Wednesday amid growing rumours he will leave Red Bull Salzburg in the January transfer window, Sky in Germany understands.
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Dillian Whyte on Deontay Wilder: It's clear he doesn't want to fight me
Dillian Whyte expects Deontay Wilder to avoid a fight with him by becoming 'franchise' champion, despite his reinstatement to the WBC rankings.
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Major League Baseball to start testing for opioids and cocaine, but marijuana removed from list
Major League Baseball will start testing for opioids and cocaine, but marijuana is to be removed from the list of drugs of abuse.
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Ferrari in no rush over F1 2021 line-up and play down Lewis Hamilton 'social' talks
Ferrari say it is too early to consider who will partner Charles Leclerc in 2021 - but say reports of conversations between Lewis Hamilton and their president John Elkann have been "blown somewhat out of proportion".
Strange News
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'Hey Siri, call 911': Teen's life saved from icy water by phone assistant
A teenager whose car was sinking into freezing water was saved when he asked Siri to call 911.
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Walmart pulls jumper appearing to show Santa with lines of cocaine
Walmart has apologised for selling a pullover on its website that appears to show Father Christmas doing lines of cocaine.
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Banana taped to wall which sold for $120k eaten in front of crowd
It sold for $120,000 (£91,300) just last week - but the artwork of a banana duct-taped to a wall has now been scoffed.
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Wonky the 'unicorn-horned' rabbit looks for new home for Christmas
Like Rudolph the red-nosed reindeer, Wonky the lop-eared rabbit is hoping his unusual physical trait will help him find a loving family this Christmas.
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Banana duct-taped to wall art installation sells for $120k in Miami
A banana duct-taped to a wall has been sold by an artist for $120,000 (£91,000).
Technology
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World's oldest artwork? 44,000-year-old cave painting discovered in Indonesia
A cave painting discovered in Indonesia on the island of Sulawesi could be the oldest known artwork in the world, according to new research.
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Scientists reveal why parakeets live in the UK - and it's not because of Jimi Hendrix
Scientists have debunked the idea that parakeets were introduced to the UK by legendary guitarist Jimi Hendrix.
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'Hey Siri, call 911': Teen's life saved from icy water by phone assistant
A teenager whose car was sinking into freezing water was saved when he asked Siri to call 911.
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Regular extended sleep or long naps increase the risk of stroke, says six-year study
People who sleep more than nine hours a night, or have long daytime naps have an increased risk of stroke, according to new research.
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Google's top UK searches of 2019: From Rugby World Cup to Caitlyn Jenner
The Rugby World Cup - in which England lost the final - was the UK's most googled search term of 2019.
Videos
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Liverpool in talks over January deal for Red Bull Salzburg's Takumi Minamino
Liverpool are in talks to sign Red Bull Salzburg's Takumi Minamino in January.
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New Zealand volcano: Six bodies recovered from White Island
New Zealand authorities have recovered six more bodies after a team landed on White Island to begin a high-risk operation to bring back victims of Monday's volcanic eruption.
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NHS 'over-diagnosing' children having transgender treatment, former staff warn
The NHS is "over-diagnosing" children having medical treatment for gender dysphoria, with psychologists unable to properly assess patients over fears they will be branded "transphobic", former staff have warned.
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