So shocked and saddened by this news. Taylor was such an amazing drummer and a true legend. This is a huge loss to music. RIP 💔

Loved ones gathered this morning to pay their respects to Derbyshire murder victim Freda Walker. The service included lots of music and the casket featured a lovely floral tribute which, by the sounds of it, she would have loved. Read more here: derbyshiretimes.co.uk/news/people/fr…

Scores of new mums and expectant parents have been left out of pocket after a Chesterfield baby store shut without explanation derbyshiretimes.co.uk/news/people/ex…

Fancy working for the Derbyshire Times? We're looking for someone to join our amazing reporting team... it's a great opportunity for a trainee reporter, someone who has recently gained their NCTJ or has years of experience! #journojobs jobstoday.co.uk/jobs/122886338…

Glad to help with this one and get confirmation from Ryanair that they will compensate Christopher. Hopefully they can get a proper family holiday soon! derbyshiretimes.co.uk/news/people/ry…

I've been slacking with Twitter as of late but this is a story that needs to be shared. How can this happen? Even Outwood Academy Newbold say they can't cater to his needs. I'm really hoping this family get some kind of resolution to this! derbyshiretimes.co.uk/education/ches…

Two Chesterfield-based musicians are set to host a live music event with an ambition of raising funds to help restore the library facility at their children’s primary school derbyshiretimes.co.uk/education/pare…

Derbyshire firefighters have been extremely busy in recent days. Here's just a few of the incidents they've attended as temperatures reached record-breaking levels: derbyshiretimes.co.uk/news/people/de…

Just posting this after a busy day yesterday but congratulations to all those who picked up their A-level results - hope you got the news you wanted! I visited Netherthorpe School to speak to students. You can catch this and more in next week's Derbyshire Times.. derbyshiretimes.co.uk/education/shoc…

What a remarkable woman, serving her country right until the end. The longest reigning monarch now reunited with her beloved husband. My sincerest condolences to the The Royal Family

Children in Derbyshire were permanently excluded or suspended from school thousands of times last year, Government figures reveal derbyshiretimes.co.uk/education/scho…

🚨 Personal news alert! 🚨 I’ve been on a slight social media detox for the past two weeks after saying my final goodbye to Derbyshire Times. Now, making my return, I am happy to announce that on Monday I’ll be joining the communications team with Derbyshire Fire & Rescue Service - can’t wait!

It's Tuesday once again and we're sending out our weekly reminder to test your smoke alarm - it could save your life. Give yours a test today on this #TestItTuesday 👆

We're currently recruiting for On-Call Firefighters at New Mills and a number of other fire stations across Derbyshire. To find out more and join #TeamDFRS, visit👉derbys-fire.gov.uk/careers/become…

Today we’re launching our Christmas Don’t Get Wrecked campaign with Derbyshire Police. The video aims to raise awareness of the dangers of driving under the influence drink and drugs - and how such a decision can shatter lives. Watch the video here: ow.ly/VfHC50LRmiv

We're issuing a warning over a viral social media trend involving tea lights and terracotta pots following a flat fire in Derby. To read the full release, visit ow.ly/jeFG50LWA0n

Watching #C4SexualHarassment and I would say I’m shocked but I’m really not.. it’s scary being a woman and finding yourself alone on a night out, wondering what might happen. I’ve felt that fear that Ellie Flynn was feeling and it just makes me so angry!

Every aspiring journalist or news presenter should watch this masterclass by Susanna Reid she is undoubtedly one of the best in the business at political interviews

You’ve made it through Monday 👏 As you head home from work, why not take a quick detour to visit an older friend or relative? It only takes 15 minutes to run through our DIY home fire safety check with them. #FindTheTime it could save their life ow.ly/OnCK50NmWZB

On the 8th day of Christmas, DFRS gave to me ‘Safety, Actually’ - our Christmas parody! 🎄 This is our take on a scene from ‘Love Actually’, so please watch it & take note of our tips to keep you & your loved ones safe over the festive season ⬇ youtube.com/watch?v=ftfBqT…