Ascot Drive Derby reopens following serious crash – as it happened

Police urged motorists to avoid the area after a collision close to Dunstall Park Road
Ascot Drive Derby closed: Live updates as serious crash shuts major route

Police are urging motorists to avoid the area after a collision close to Dunstall Park Road
Derby retailers report rise in shoplifters using knives and violence

A new WhatsApp service will give shopkeepers a chance to tell each other about threats
Mysterious 'high-pitched' noise in Derby identified following complaints

Councillors in Spondon have released an update – but there still appears to be confusion
American Adventure site expansion into Green Belt approved by inspector

A Government inspector has approved expansion plans despite hundreds of objections from residents
Cathedral Quarter Hotel in Derby city centre sold to new owners from Sri Lanka

‘We look forward to capitalising on the existing reputation of the hotel whilst putting our own stamp on it,’ say new owners Lavendish Leisure
Young motorcyclist seriously injured in Heanor crash with car

Police would like to hear from anyone who may have seen the collision
This is what you think should be done to fill Derby's 80 or so empty shops

Derbyshire Live reported on its survey of the city centre when it found dozens of shops up for sale or to let
Gardening fan shares hack to avoid mowing bumpy lawn – but many say it's 'pointless'

Davey Struggle, who posts online as @daveystruggle, is known for sharing his gardening tips, including advice on how to even out your lawn. But his latest hack has divided fans
Man left with broken nose and jaw after Derby nightclub assault

Police have released a CCTV image of someone who may have information which could help their investigation