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Heartfelt tributes have been poured in for a well-loved Derbyshire radio presenter and journalist. Mike Carey presented on BBC Radio Derby for almost 20 years with his popular afternoon show Memorable Melodies.
It is understood that Mr Carey had problems with his vision in his latter years and walked his dog in Darley Park, Derbyshire Live reports.The journalist began his career at the Derby Telegraph before becoming the Daily Telegraph's chief cricket correspondent. He then went on to become most known in Derby for his popular afternoon show, Memorable Melodies, on BBC Radio Derby.
He reported on cricket in Australia, India, New Zealand, Pakistan and South Africa, covering England’s international tours, and wrote for the Guardian, the Independent and the Daily Telegraph. He also worked with the BBC’s Test Match Special commentary team. Professionally, Mr Carey managed to rise to the very top in his career as a journalist, commentating on cricket on both radio and television. His broadcast skills were then taken up by BBC Radio Derby on his show Memorable Melodies until his retirement a few years ago.
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