Christmas Light Switch ons in the local area
The local area will be looking merry and bright soon.
Plans for news homes in Markfield will be discussed by council tomorrow
Plans state that the proposal is to include 40% affordable housing.
Rothley man who groomed girls on social media jailed for 28 years
Leicestershire Police are asking anyone who has been in contact with him to contact them.
Counterfeit goods recovered from businesses in multi-agency operation
"Many of the businesses visited during the enforcement activity in our area led us to recover counterfeit clothing and toys including a quantity of tobacco which had been imported illegally."
Eligible families will get free winter holiday clubs for children in Leicestershire
There will be sessions for sport, dance, music, festive crafts and storytelling.
Planning application for new industrial park just off Junction 22 of the M1 submitted
The site is in land between Copt Oak and Markfield.
FOUND- Have you seen this teen missing from Coalville?
She was reported missing yesterday.
Loughborough business appeals for historic memorabilia
They want items such as workwear uniforms, tools, company merchandise, brochures, and newsletters.
State-of-the-art endoscopy unit at Leicester General Hospital welcomes first patients
The unit will have the capacity to see an extra 9,000 patients every year.
Road in Loughborough closed due to house fire
The fire caused 50% damage to the ground floor of the property.
Two poppy displays installed in Loughborough ahead of Remembrance Sunday
The handmade poppies are decorating trees.
Hathern Post Office will close this month
The Post Office has written a letter to customers.
M1 motorway closed following lorry fire
The M1 in Leicestershire is closed southbound between J21 (M69, Leicester) and J20 (Lutterworth.
New rules in place for bird keepers in Leicestershire
The Government has said these additional housing measures will help protect birds from bird flu.
£3m upgrade for Council’s passenger transport fleet
They have hit the road to help Leicestershire County Council deliver vital services.
Video technology sees faster treatment for stroke patients in Leicestershire
As of September 2025, 318 patients in Leicestershire have been assessed via video call.
East Midlands Airport Assisted Travel service wins national award
East Midlands Airport’s Assisted Travel service has grown in popularity, with numbers increasing by around 25% each year.
Man charged after fire in Loughborough
He is due to appear at Leicester Magistrates' Court this morning (Wednesday 29 October).
Man sentenced after Loughborough stabbing left victim seriously injured
He was sentenced on Friday (24 October).
Man arrested on suspicion of attempted arson with intent to endanger life after fire in Loughborough
Fire crews received reports of the fire at 05:50 this morning.
Etihad Cargo to start flights to East Midlands Airport
Etihad Cargo will begin twice-weekly flights from East Midlands Airport from this week (27 Oct).
Plea to parents to get children protected from measles
Parents in the East Midlands have been urged to use the half-term for MMR vaccines as measles continues to circulate.
Zouch Bridge footage shows progress on £19.5m project
New timelapse footage shows the latest developements in the project to replace a bridge fro the 1930s over the River Soar.
Latest Covid vaccine clinics in Charnwood
There are specific slots for 16 and 17-year-olds.
People urged to get their covid jab in the next two weeks ahead of restrictions lifting in England
Health bosses in Leicestershire are encouraging people to get the jab so you can 'get back to what you enjoy.'
How to get your Covid vaccine if you're over 18
All adults are now eligible to book.
Latest photos of the new visitors centre at the Outwoods
Work is expected to completed by the end of the summer.
Views sought on major A511 improvements
People across the county can express their views on plans to upgrade the A511 growth corridor between Ashby and Coalville.
Do not risk swimming in lakes or quarries or open water
A reminder whilst enjoying the weather to be careful

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