Heanor house fire: Firefighters tackle blaze sending plumes of smoke into sky

People have been warned to avoid the area while emergency services deal with the incident
No sign of second lorry to tackle Derby's drains prompts concern

Derby City Council still has one lorry to cover 40,000 drains – but despite funding approved, it says it can’t yet buy a new one
Image of man released after sexual assault in Derby

The attack took place in a residential street
Every Cloud charity ensuring 'no cancer patient is alone' celebrates 10 years

Tracey Bricknell admits: ‘Did we think we’d still be going ten years later? No, we didn’t’
Derbyshire snow forecast: Met Office issues new snow and ice warning across county

More snow and freezing temperatures are expected across the county on Thursday night
Thousands of UK families to face financial strain as key benefits remain unchanged in April

The Spring Statement, which was announced on Wednesday, means that millions of people will see their benefits rise by just 1.7% in April, but three key benefits will see no increase at all.
Martin Lewis warns against 'existential threat to consumer lending' for car finance customers

The Money Saving Expert founder has issued a warning to motorists who may be in line for compensation over commission payments on car finance agreements
Over 60% of UK drivers lack basic car maintenance skills, risking costly repairs

The warning comes as a new study showed that 63% of Brits are unsure how to maintain their car, which could lead to costly repair bills and breakdowns in the long run
Doctor explains how to tell if your headache is a cold – or a sign of a brain tumour

A doctor has shared a simple method to tell whether your headache is a sign of a cold – or something more sinister
A38 updates as collision causes long delays near junction 28 of M1 for Alfreton and Mansfield

Heavy traffic had been reported in the area