Glossop Chronicle

Talented Glossop youngster Harry Knight has taken the next step in his rugby league career after signing a two-year contract with Betfred Super League side Wakefield Trinity. 

Glossop were first on the score sheet against the high flying visitors, with scoring machine Connor Grime powering his way over early on. 

After a difficult week, a game fought out on a difficult pitch, against difficult opposition, Glossop showed their toughness to earn a battling point, finishing with 9 men in North East Liverpool on Saturday.

High Peak Borough Council’s Executive has outlined a proposed financial plan to balance its budget for the 2025-26 financial year with a planned 2.99per cent increase to its share of the council tax and a proposed 2.7per cent housing rent increase for its tenants.

Two High Peak gastropubs are celebrating their inclusion in this year's edition of the Michelin Guide.

Police are asking for the public’s help in identifying two people who may be able to help with their enquiries.

Another row in the Labour Party has erupted over the deselection of a sitting county councillor, who it accused of being embroiled in antisemitism.

A rape victim has told her abuser 'you won't be able to harm anyone else' as a judge jailed him for 18 years.

Glossop North End boss Richard Brodie couldn’t hide his frustration after two of his players left for pastures new this week.

A crime charity has launched a new scheme in the North West to increase the number of reports about cannabis farms.

A charity will receive a £64,000 windfall after a former Coronation Street actor won the money on Who Wants to Be a Millionaire.

Curzon Ashton’s faltering National League North title challenge took another blow despite a lightning start against Peterborough Sports on Saturday.

The Heart to Heart Charity Ball is not just about raising funds, it’s about bringing people together, community, life, and making a real difference.

A “disgusted” Jonathan Reynolds has broken his silence almost a week into the Andrew Gwynne WhatsApp scandal.

Salon owners and apprentice hairdressers are being taught how to spot the signs of domestic abuse as part of a national campaign.

Officers are appealing for dashcam footage after a driver cut across oncoming traffic on a rush hour slip road.

Many may think of George Clooney when it comes to handsome George’s around Valentine’s Day, but the team at Dogs Trust Manchester only has eyes for one George, and it isn’t the famous film star. 

Police are concerned for the safety of a missing man from Glossop.

Dr Alan Dow has been a Principal GP at Cottage Lane Surgery in Gamesley since 1st February 1995 and this week celebrates 30 years supporting patients in the local area.

Glossop police are appealing for help in tracking down a suspected shoplifter.

Angry voters have launched an online campaign calling for the resignation of disgraced MPs Andrew Gwynne and Oliver Ryan and the ousting of councillors who were members of the 'racist' and hate-filled Trigger Me Timbers WhatsApp group.

Whitfield St James’ CE (VC) Nursery and Primary School in Glossop is celebrating after becoming the first school in Derbyshire to be recognised as a Little Wandle Champion School.

A former teenage Tameside councillor and Labour MP has apologised for comments he made in the WhatsApp group used by MP Andrew Gwynne and Denton Labour councillors.

Grants of up to £4,000 have been made available for community groups and parish and town councils in the High Peak.

A Tameside councillor has lodged an official complaint with the police about Gorton and Denton MP Andrew Gwynne's offensive and racist online comments.

Tameside and Glossop have a new joint chief nurse after the appointment of Jacqui Burrow to the area’s Integrated Care NHS Foundation Trust (TGICFT).

It was a disappointing Saturday for our local non-League sides with none of them picking up a victory.

A former Tameside councillor and now Lancashire MP also posted on the Trigger Me Timbers WhatsApp group which was used to share offensive messages between Labour Party members, it has emerged.

Jewish Labour members today condemned disgraced MP Andrew Gwynne as a racist and anti-semite over comments he posted to about a Jewish man on WhatsApp.

Tameside MP Andrew Gwynne has apologised for the offensive and anti-semitic comments which led to his suspension by Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer tonight.

Police investigating a burglary in Glossop are appealing for help from drivers who may have captured dashcam footage of the incident.

High Peak MP Jon Pearce met the King and Queen at a special Buckingham Palace reception for newly elected Members of Parliament.

A council leader has explained it has been possible to undertake a ‘significant regeneration project’ with its Glossop halls for future generations despite a councillor’s fears that the scheme’s costs have rocketed with on-going delays.

Officials in the Peak District have warned wild campers to seek the permission of land owners before they pitch their tents.

High Peak Green New Deal Co-ordinator Linda Walker took part in a special Westminster event demanding warm homes for all. 

Police are hunting a vandal who has painted his tag all over Glossop and Hadfield.

Several years ago, a few local residents met to plan an event - a BookFest - that would support and promote authors and illustrators in the Glossopdale area.

An outspoken opposition councillor fears the cost of High Peak Borough Council’s Glossop Market Hall renovation scheme for the authority and the public purse has greatly increased during on-going delays.

Local football club Glossop North End Community Club have recently secured vital sponsorship from McDonalds.

Derbyshire County Council Leader Barry Lewis has stated it is ‘a worrying time for residents’ after the authority claims it is continuing to face external financial pressures beyond its control as it outlines another tough budget plan for the 2025-26 financial year.

Willow Wood Hospice has appealed for people to donate 8,000 Creme Eggs to children taking part in its annual Bunny Hop. 

Dozens of plot holders will need to fork out for repairs to gravestones after a survey found some to be in danger of toppling over.

Glossop mountain rescuers have taken delivery of a vital piece of achievement.

Fears are increasing that the infamous Snake Pass might be closed to traffic for good as the cost of maintaining the road continues to soar.

If you’re a fan of Dolly Parton’s timeless hits and infectious charisma, Here You Come Again is an absolute must see.

Alisha Palmowski powered through her debut weekend in the Formula Winter Series despite being beset by technical problems in Portugal.

Four public buildings in High Peak will benefit from a £1.2m scheme to bring gigabit broadband to rural parts of Derbyshire.

Strictly Come Dancing star Johannes Radebe shines in this new production of Kinky Boots at the Palace Theatre in Manchester on Tuesday night. 

Drivers have been warned not to park illegally in High Peak beauty spots after traffic woes once again clogged up the National Park’s roads.

Ashton United have a nine-point cushion in the Northern Premier League (NPL) play-offs after inching past Ilkeston Town at Hurst Cross on Saturday.

This July will see Glossop North End host a day to remember, as they take on a Manchester United legends side at the Asgard Engineering Stadium.

The company behind the UK's cashpoint network has announced Glossop will get its own banking hub when the town's branch of Lloyds closes next year.

A would-be record breaker believes he may have managed to set a new standard for the stacking of donuts.

Glossop's indie pop favourites The Bodines are back under the spotlight as a record company prepares to re-release their most famous single.

A New Mills punk band's legendary first album is to be made available on vinyl once more.

A Glossop resident has posted a video from her Ring doorbell of a yob slashing her car tyre.

A family fun panto is opening at New Mills Arts Theatre this week bringing to life the classic fairytale of ‘Dick Whittington’.

The future is here and it has written this column (partly).    

A fundraising gala ball in Buxton is set to celebrate 35 years of a local hospice charity, and tables are now available to book.

Whether you enjoy a challenging hike or a casual stroll, the High Peak caters to a diverse range of preferences.

Stockport based NK Theatre Arts head to New Mills Art Theatre for the very first time with their production of Rock Of Ages. 

A consultation looking at changing the electoral divisions for Derbyshire County Council is open for comment until 17 July.