A refuse collector who was injured while collecting bins in Earl Shilton is now out of hospital and recovering at home.
John Wardle was in a serious condition after the collision on Station Road on Thursday 15th October.
A funding page was set up by a pub in the town to raise money to help his family.
John's wife Claire has thanked the two binmen working with him that day and says they've been overwhelmed with everyone's support.
Loughborough parks closed due to high winds
Queen’s Park and the Outwoods are closed as a safety precaution because of forecast high winds, with the Outwoods expected to remain shut until Monday.
Eleven arrested in Leicestershire vehicle crime crackdown
Eleven people have been arrested, six vehicles seized and £5,000 in cash recovered in Leicestershire as part of a national operation targeting vehicle crime.
Leicestershire recycling centres launch ReHome Zones for unwanted household items
All 13 household waste recycling sites across Leicestershire now have ReHome Zones, allowing residents to give unwanted items in good condition a second life instead of sending them for disposal.
Hinckley Leisure Centre Car Park to be closed for one day
Hinckley Leisure Centre Car Park to be closed for the day on 20th October 2026 for large steel sections to be delivered for the next stage of the improvement works
Van driver found guilty of trying to rape woman near M1 services
A van driver has been found guilty of attempting to rape a woman near services on the M1 earlier this year.
Charnwood photography competition winners announced
Amateur photographers have been recognised for capturing Charnwood’s parks, wildlife and countryside, with more than 100 entries submitted to this year’s Love the Outdoors in Charnwood competition.
Police investigate seven courier fraud reports across Leicestershire
Police are urging residents to warn older relatives, friends and neighbours about courier fraud after seven reports across Leicester, Leicestershire and Rutland. Victims are being targeted by callers pretending to be police officers or bank staff.
BEAST DETECTIVE TRAIL AT BRADGATE PARK THIS OCTOBER HALFTERM
Families can enjoy a free Halloween-themed detective trail at Bradgate Park this October half term, solving riddles to discover the names of the park’s resident beasts.
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Non stop music on your Saturday morning
8:00am - Noon
Kenny with all his usual stuff for a Saturday
Livin' La Vida Loca
Ricky Martin
So Sick
Ne-Yo
Tell Her About It
Billy Joel
Lush Life
Zara Larsson