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via BBC Leicester4h ago

Violence between inmates persists at prison - report

A prison chief inspector says "progress was not universal" after a recent review of HMP Leicester.

via Leicestershire Live4h ago

Wigston’s ‘Hollywood’ sign has returned but not all locals are happy

Several people described it as as waste of money

via Leicestershire Live4h ago

Investigation into brawl involving 30 people at Coalville Town v Syston Town youth football match

Officers were deployed after fans clashed at the fixture

via Leicestershire Live4h ago

Tributes paid to Leicester grandmother killed when taxi was hit by speeding car

Donna Brighton died after celebrating her 60th birthday

via Harborough Mail6h ago

Tenants of Fleckney pub defend decision to charge for parking after residents hit with fines

The tenants of a pub in Fleckney said they want to set the record straight after people raised concerns over new parking enforcement at two car parks in the village.

via Harborough Mail6h ago

Harborough pens joint letter to Government over Leicestershire reorganisation plans

A joint letter has been sent to the Government by five councils, including Harborough, over plans to reorganise the city and county boundaries in Leicestershire.

via Leicestershire Live7h ago

'We cut through them a lot, but none of it matters' - Russell Martin can't hide his emotions after Leicester City draw

It was a case of two points lost not a point gained for Leicester City against Barnsley

via Harborough Mail7h ago

Strictly ‘boys’ show promises charisma, camaraderie and chemistry on Leicester stage

As Strictly returns to our screens, four of its male dancers announce new show for 2027

via Leicestershire Live8h ago

'People are dying in shop doorways' - The stark reality of homelessness in Leicester

Lisa has been living on the streets for a decade

via Leicestershire Live8h ago

New Leicester City signing drafted in as Man United withdrawal sparks late call

Dai Cornell has received a late Wales international call-up

via Leicestershire Live9h ago

Part of old Hinckley Post Office building could be turned into 20-bed HMO

It's part of a four-stage plan to renovate the site

via BBC Leicester9h ago

Woman home after breaking both legs at flower show

Liz Mant was in hospital for four weeks before being admitted to the National Rehabilitation Centre.

via Leicestershire Live9h ago

Motability update issued after DWP responds to Leicester MP

The organisation behind the day-to-day leasing and business operations of the Motability Scheme have issued a statement after a question in Parliament

via BBC Leicester10h ago

Shopfront badly damaged in ram-raid

A gang used a red Ford Fiesta to crash into the front of the shop, police say.

via Leicestershire Live11h ago

Man carried out horrific drill attack on face of fellow partygoer at Leicester gender reveal party

His surgeon urged him to keep the bandages on due to his disfigured face

via BBC Leicester11h ago

Family speaks out after life-changing pub attack

Alastair Roome suffered a serious brain injury when he was attacked by Kyle Morrissey outside a pub.

via Leicestershire Live11h ago

Police cordon after Leicester shop significantly damaged in car incident

Forensic investigators have been at the scene

via Harborough Mail11h ago

Two out of two as Harborough 45s brush aside Dunton and Broughton

Back-to-back wins leave Harborough Town 45s top of their Leicester City Veterans League division.

via Leicestershire Live11h ago

Man still in hospital five months after being headbutted in unprovoked attack on night out

The victim's family said their lives have been 'changed forever' since the incident

via Harborough Mail11h ago

Harborough district man had both legs amputated after doctors missed common condition

A Harborough district man needed both legs amputated after it took 29 medical appointments and four years to diagnose a common medical condition.

via Harborough Mail12h ago

Harborough Town boss Mitch Austin enamored by ‘surreal’ Macclesfield fixture

Harborough Town boss Mitch Austin is relishing the experience of managing in the National League North, as the Bees approach a ‘surreal’ fixture away at Macclesfield FC.

via Harborough Mail12h ago

Michael Jacobs nets winner as Harborough Town made to work for FA Cup progress

Harborough Town progressed to the FA Cup third qualifying round by edging past a resilient Rushall Olympic 1-0, courtesy of Michael Jacobs’ second-half goal.

via Harborough Mail12h ago

Quad bike seized after ‘antisocial riding’ in Lutterworth country park

Officers have taken a quad bike off the streets after it was allegedly ridden antisocially around Bittesby Country Park at the weekend.

via Leicestershire Live12h ago

Police tell parents to speak to their kids as youths on e-bikes cause havoc in Wigston and Oadby

Officers said they have seen a large drop in reports linked to anti-social behaviour

via Leicestershire Live14h ago

Tugby pensioner loses both legs after 29 appointments and four-year diagnosis delay

Nic Olsen, 80, had back problems and began to experience foot and leg pain – but it took 29 appointments and four years before his common condition was finally diagnosed

via BBC Leicester16h ago

'Large number' of plaques stolen from crematorium

Staff are left "deeply saddened" by the thefts from Loughborough Crematorium.

via Leicestershire Live17h ago

Farm shop named one of best in Leicestershire has served community since 1983

It has been described as a 'destination' for those who love great food

via Leicestershire Live17h ago

Devastating deaths of three family members inspired Syston dad to change his life

Jonathan Smith said the grief also brought back memories of his young daughter’s traumatic birth

via Leicestershire Live17h ago

Eight giant monsters to return to Leicester city centre with arrival date confirmed

Its debut in 2023 attracted more than 80,000 visitors

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Leicestershire Council consults on 20mph speed limit zones

Leicestershire County Council is consulting on plans to introduce 20mph limits on several streets.

Leicestershire County Council is consulting on proposals to introduce 20mph speed limits on several streets. Some local people have cited difficulties crossing roads as a reason for the changes.

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via BBC Leicester1d ago

Flats plan on edge of city centre approved

Buildings will be demolished to make way for the scheme, which will also include office space.

via Leicestershire Live2d ago

Huge plan for 500 homes on Leicestershire countryside takes step forward

Concerns have previously been raised about traffic and flooding on the land

via BBC Leicester2d ago

Town residents demand action over 'eyesore' river

More than 600 people have signed a petition to improve overgrown parts of the River Welland.

via Leicestershire Live2d ago

Bagworth charity forced to move after attendees abused and greenhouse attacked in devastating incident

Forever Savvy helps adults with learning difficulties explore their creativity but their safe space was attacked

via Leicestershire Live2d ago

'Special' aunty among 17 Leicester Mercury funeral notices this week

Our thoughts are with all those who have lost a loved one recently