Officers investigating incidents of fraud have issued a warning to others after two people have been targeted this week. Yesterday (Tuesday 12 May), two victims reported being contacted by someone pretending to a police officer in offences commonly known as courier fraud. Courier fraud occurs when a fraudster contacts the victim claiming to be a police officer or bank official. The fraudster, using calling by phone, sounds plausible and may confirm the victim’s name and addre

Ten years to the day since Tim Peake’s dramatic return to Earth, Britain’s most renowned astronaut will be returning to the National Space Centre to celebrate not only the milestone, but also the continuation of his inspirational legacy. Whats On Date 8th Jun 2026 Visitors can expect a truly immersive experience. Tim will meet with schoolchildren and community groups, recreate and discuss some of the education experiments he conducted aboard the International Space Station,

Grab yourself a GI and join us on the dancefloor for a jitterbug and jive, because this May the Great Central Railway is stepping straight back into the 1940s. Returning on 30–31 May 2026, the much-loved 1940s Weekend, A Celebration of Blighty, invites visitors to experience the sights, sounds and spirit of a post wartime Britain. Whats On Across the two-day event, the Great Central Railway’s period stations will be transformed into a tribute to the 1940s, with vintage train

Two brothers who spent years fabricating lies to prevent justice in a child sex offence case have been jailed - thanks to the persistence of a Leicestershire detective. John and James Siddell were sentenced at Leicester Crown Court today (Tuesday 12 May) to a total of more than 17 years after police uncovered their calculated and prolonged deception. For more than four years, the brothers went to extreme lengths to repeatedly mislead authorities about the severity of John’s h

People of all backgrounds and levels of experience are encouraged to get involved Nature lovers are being invited to get involved to help local wildlife thrive across Leicester, Leicestershire and Rutland. 100 Indicator Species have been identified to help track the state of nature across the area, and these can show a lot about how well local habitats are working and how they’re responding to conservation efforts. Leicestershire County Council is leading the Local Nature Rec

A Man who was convicted of murder and sentenced to death in 1778, only to be saved by a royal pardon, will be ‘re-tried’ by a contemporary jury at Leicester’s Guildhall on Saturday (16 May). Members of the audience at the reenactment of The Trial of Francois Soulés will hear how John Fenton lost his life when a shot was fired at him during a scuffle on 16 May 1778. Evidence from the original trial will be presented to the ‘jury’ – selected at random from the audience – which

Congratulations to Inspector Rowan Paterson‑Bell as he takes on the role of Neighbourhood Policing Area (NPA) Commander for Melton and Rutland. Inspector Paterson‑Bell on his appointment Inspector Paterson‑Bell brings with him more than 22 years of service with Leicestershire Police, alongside a wealth of experience across operational and neighbourhood policing. He is strongly committed to maintaining and strengthening public safety while continuing the positive work already

Police officers are appealing for help to identify a man after a woman was sexually assaulted on a bus travelling from Leicester to Market Harborough. The incident happened on the X7 service just after 1pm on Friday 17 April. The man, who was sat next to the victim, touched her on her breast several times during the journey. The victim got off the bus at a stop in Market Harborough and the man remained on it when it left and is known to have got off in Market Harborough town

Calling all Dancing Queens, this is your night to say, Thank you for the Music! FRIDAY 05 JUNE 2026, 19:30 At the Curve, 60 Rutland Street, Leicester, LE1 1SB This international smash-hit tribute show brings all ABBA’s number one hits to the stage in a production like no other. The hugely popular show, now in its 22nd year, combines the unmistakable harmonies, colourful costumes, and dazzling performances by our all-star cast. Join us for the party of the year, you can dance