Our future hospitals are quickly becoming a reality, with groundwork now officially underway on the new £12.8 million Urgent Treatment Centre (UTC) at Leicester Royal Infirmary. The site has been set up, hoardings are in place, and excavation has begun to prepare the foundation area for the new facility – a visible and exciting step forward for the project. This marks a significant milestone in improving urgent care services for patients across Leicester, Leicestershire, an

Get a sneak preview of some of the fascinating object found during construction of Pork Pie Way Residents and visitors are invited to uncover thousands of years of history at a special one-day pop-up exhibition showcasing remarkable archaeological finds discovered during the construction of the Melton Mowbray distributor road – now officially named Pork Pie Way. Taking place at Melton Carnegie Museum on Friday 22 May from 10am to 3pm, the free, family-friendly event will offe

Maintenance work on a bridge on a busy road in Leicester is due to take place later this month. Repairs and maintenance will be carried to the St Barnabas Road bridge, which crosses the Bushby Brook in the North Evington area of the city, from Monday 26 May. Planned works will include repointing brickwork on the bridge parapets, repairing and repainted the structural metalwork, renewing the waterproofing system and resurfacing the carriageway across the bridge. The maintenanc

Police officers investigating a robbery in Leicester are appealing for the victim to come forward. A third-party report was received in relation to a robbery that they witnessed on a canal towpath on Riverside Way, between 12.50pm and 1.10pm on Tuesday 5 May. The victim was riding his bike when he was assaulted with a crowbar, causing him to fall off, two suspects then stole his bike. The incident is believed to have taken place near Ellis Meadows foot bridge. Extensive enqui

Families looking for a free or low-cost day out this half term should head for Leicester’s parks, libraries and museums. The city council and its partners have organised a range of indoor and outdoor activities that children and young people of all ages will enjoy – and they’re all listed in a handy online guide. This year’s Spark Festival is running performances, workshops and activities until Sunday (24 May), with many of them completely free of charge. Families, for exampl

The Great Central Railway has been awarded a £250,000 grant from The National Lottery Heritage Fund, marking a major milestone for the railway and reflecting the continued strengthening of its long-term relationship with the funder. Thanks to National Lottery players, the grant will support a programme of activity focused on enhancing the railway’s volunteer experience, enriching visits for passengers and visitors, and advancing environmental sustainability across the organis

Former carer gives top tips on supporting someone with dementia A former carer has written a heartfelt leaflet with tips on how to support a loved one with dementia. Ken Swale 88-year-old Ken Swale from Loughborough was a carer for his wife Dorothy who was diagnosed with Vascular Dementia for many years, before she sadly passed away in 2022. He became part of Leicestershire County Council’s adult social care engagement panel to help give input on dementia services that the co

The North East Melton Mowbray Distributor Road will fully open to traffic from today (18 May), with the new route – now named Pork Pie Way. The £131m, 4.5-mile road runs from the A606 Nottingham Road near St Bartholomew’s Way around the eastern edge of Melton Mowbray to the A606 near Burton Lazars. It is designed to reduce congestion in the town centre, improve journey reliability and support future housing and economic growth. The scheme also includes new walking and cycling

Police officers, police staff and members of the public were commended for their remarkable acts of bravery, professionalism, courage and determination at the Chief Constable’s Awards on (Thursday 14 May). Picture credit - Leicestershire Police A wide range of awards were presented to police officers, Police Community Support Officers, police staff, volunteers, Special Police Constables and members of the public. From showing courage in emergency situations to protecting the

Three people who were part of an organised crime group supplying drugs at a ‘wholesale’ level have been jailed for their part in the operation. Following an investigation by East Midlands Special Operations Unit (EMSOU) one of the ringleaders behind the operation, 31-year-old Sarju Khushal, was jailed in March last year to 11 years.During the investigation detectives identified others who were involved in the operation at various levels. Khushal, formerly of Hazeldene Road, L

Leicester’s much-loved Spark Festival is in full swing, transforming venues across the city into a nine-day celebration of creativity for children and families - and this year, children aren’t just taking part, they’re helping to lead the way. Running from Saturday 16 to Sunday 24 May 2026, the nine-day festival will transform schools, libraries, community spaces and venues across the city into a vibrant celebration of the arts for young people aged 0-13 with a packed program

Visit Leicester has officially announced its Green Days, Green Stays and Green Ways campaign, a major initiative designed to highlight the benefits of regenerative tourism and encourage eco-friendly travel throughout the city and county. Tourists the world over are increasingly aware of the impact of their travel and want to know that their choices make a positive difference, rather than leave a negative impact. Moving beyond traditional sustainability, the campaign focuses o

A former Leicestershire Police staff member has been sentenced after pleading guilty to unlawfully obtaining communications data. Nadeem Said, 56, of Birmingham, who previously worked as a SPOC (Single Point of Contact) Accredited Officer was sentenced to six months imprisonment suspended for 18 months at Northamptonshire Crown Court on Friday (15 May) after he previously admitted obtaining communication data from Snapchat relating to a specific username without lawful author

Officers investigating a stabbing in a Leicester night club have released an image of three men they want to speak to. Police and the East Midlands Ambulance Service were called to premises in Gravel Street at around 3.30am on Monday 4 May following a report a 19-year-old had been stabbed. He was taken to hospital to be treated for an injury that was not believed to be life-threatening or life-changing. No-one has been arrested in connection with the incident but detectives b

Leicester’s Museum Square will once again be transformed into a vibrant hub of Caribbean joy as the Windrush Tea Party returns for another amazing celebration on Saturday 20th June. What's On Organised by Opal22, the event takes place from 12pm to 8pm at Museum Square, New Walk, Leicester, and invites families, friends, and communities of all backgrounds to come together for an unforgettable day honouring the legacy of the Windrush Generation. With entrance operating on a...

Air ambulance lands at Braunstone Leisure Centre. Early this morning, centre staff reported an emergency medical situation, prompting a rush from the air ambulance and East Midlands Ambulance Service. Police also attended to assist with the safe landing of the helicopter. The centre will remain closed for a short time this morning and should reopen around 10 a.m. A Leicestershire police spokeswoman said: “We confirm this incident was a medical emergency involving a male exper

Leicestershire County Council appoints its 50th chairman Councillor Linda Danks has been appointed the fiftieth Chairman of Leicestershire County Council. A diet consultant from Rothley, Councillor Danks was confirmed by the Council’s Annual Meeting on Wednesday 13th of May. Currently her first term as a county councillor and representing the Rothley & Mountsorrel division, Cllr Danks is a mother, grandmother and recently became a great grandmother. Over the last year Cllr Da

The City's new Lord Mayor has been presented with the chain of office at a ceremony at Leicester’s Town Hall. Cllr Kulwinder Singh Johal, who has represented Braunstone Park & Rowley Fields ward since 2015, was sworn in as the city’s first citizen at a meeting of the full council on Thursday 14 May. Picture caption: The Lord Mayor of Leicester, Cllr Kulwinder Singh Johal At the ceremony, the new Lord Mayor announced he would be supporting two charities in his mayoral year: th

The police were called in after the fire service discovered a cannabis grow operation last night. Police investigations are ongoing. A spokesperson from Leicestershire said: "Police received a call from Leicestershire Fire and Rescue Service (LFRS) shortly after 7pm last night (Thursday 14 May) after they had discovered a cannabis grow in a building on East Park Road while attending a report of a fire. Pictures by Leicester Media Online Around 400 plants were found inside the

Fire and police are currently investigating a fire on East Park Road in Leicester tonight. A fire crews from Leicestershire Fire and Rescue service attended after reports of a fire earlier tonight, on the Third Floor of the Imperial building. Police have now cordoned off the rear to the building. It's believed the fire is now extinguished and investigation will take place shortly. More to follow.