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Have your say on new residents’ parking plan
People are being invited to have their say about proposals for a new permit parking scheme in part of Leicester. Leicester City Council has drawn up a scheme that would cover eight streets in the St Peters area. It follows complaints from residents and local councillors about the number of commuter ...
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One month to go before Monsters make their return!
A Mob of giant monsters is set to return to Leicester city centre next month, just in time for half-term and Halloween. From 22–31 October, the eight playful monsters will appear on city rooftops, at windows and around corners, popping up in unexpected places to surprise unsuspecting visitors. Fol...
Wigston’s ‘Hollywood’ sign has returned but not all locals are happy
Several people described it as as waste of money
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Investigation into brawl involving 30 people at Coalville Town v Syston Town youth football match
Officers were deployed after fans clashed at the fixture
Tributes paid to Leicester grandmother killed when taxi was hit by speeding car
Donna Brighton died after celebrating her 60th birthday
Fosse Park Announces Free Recruitment Event
Join Fosse Park on Thursday 15th October for a free one-day Recruitment Event, with doors opening at 10am and last entry at 2pm. Local candidates looking to reach their full potential and find their next opportunity will have the opportunity to connect with a variety of brands at the shopping de...
Appeal for witnesses to disorder at football match in Coalville
Witnesses are being asked to come forward after police were called to a report of disorder at an under-18s football match in Coalville. Officers were deployed to Owen Street just before 4pm yesterday (Sunday 20 September) after it was reported there had been altercations involving around 30 people a...
Family pay tribute to woman who died in Glenfield Road collision
“A force of nature and the epitome of love and strength” The family of a woman killed in a collision while travelling home in a taxi have spoken of the enormous void her death has left in their lives and described her as a “force of nature” who “knew how to do life well”. On Saturday 16 ...
'People are dying in shop doorways' - The stark reality of homelessness in Leicester
Lisa has been living on the streets for a decade
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
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
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
Investigation launched after ram raid at Leicester shop
The store was left significantly damaged
Assault victim who suffered significant facial injuries speaks out after man jailed
“I haven’t really slept since the incident happened. I constantly wake up during the night because I am always thinking about what has happened to me. I am anxious and I haven’t processed what’s happened.” These are the words of a victim whose face was left disfigured after he was attacked...
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
Police investigation following ram raid at Saffron Lane store
Police are investigating a burglary after a car was reversed into the shutters of a store in Saffron Lane, Leicester. As part of enquiries, police would like to speak to anyone who witnessed the incident or has any information about the incident. Police were called to the scene shortly before 3.15am...
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
“A senseless act of violence” - family speaks out as assault leaves victim with brain injury
The family of a man who suffered a life-changing brain injury after an unprovoked attack on a night out in Coalville have spoken of the moment their “lives changed forever”. Alistair Roome, 47, was enjoying a night out with friends on Saturday 25 April this year when he was headbutted by 35-year...
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
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