Schoolchildren who have been growing their own grub will be showcasing their efforts at Abbey Pumping Station this weekend. On Saturday (4 July), from 11am to 3pm, the museum will display the imaginative “mealbarrows” created by schools and young people from across Leicester – wheelbarrows planted up with a range of herbs, fruit and vegetables that children have been growing and then using to inspire their own menus. There will be 15 different ‘mealbarrows’ on display, create

Selfless volunteers supporting young people in care A group of volunteers who help vulnerable children in care has seen their numbers hit the century mark. 100 Independent Visitors are now registered with Leicestershire County Council and offer practical and life-changing support. The in-house voluntary scheme allows approved adults to spend a few hours a month with young people in care doing fun activities, such as walking in the park, going to the cinema or eating at a rest

Two women have been praised for their bravery in giving evidence that has led to their mother and stepfather being jailed for sex offences. The pair, who cannot be named to protect the identity of the victims, were each convicted of several offences in March following a trial at Leicester Crown Court. During proceedings, a jury heard their crimes were brought to the attention of the police when one of the victims told someone else known to her what happened. As part of the in

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Glenfield Parish Council is hosting "Glenfield Goes to the Seaside" on Saturday, 23rd May 2026, from 12:00 PM to 3:00 PM. This free family event features Punch & Judy shows, a sandpit, a circus workshop, a hog roast, live music, and deck chairs. Glenfield Goes to the Seaside. Taking place on Saturday 23rd May 2026, from 12 noon until 3.00pm, this exciting new event will bring all the fun and atmosphere of the seaside. Families, residents and visitors of all ages are invited t

James Marman (A Crew manager at Leicestershire Fire and Rescue service) is fundraising for Rainbows Hospice, an incredible place that gave Erinne and her family care, comfort and unforgettable memories during the hardest time. Erinne was 6 years old when she was diagnosed with a terminal brain tumour. In spring 2024, she received radiotherapy which thankfully gave her time to live life to the fullest and make memories with her family and friends. The Rainbows team supported E

Leicester College is inviting local residents, families and prospective students to a free Community Open Event this summer for a fun day packed with activities for all ages, including games, competitions, live street art and more. The event will take place at the College’s Abbey Park Campus (Painter Street, Leicester, LE1 3WA) from 10am to 1pm on Saturday 20 June 2026. This informal, inclusive, community-focused event will include community stalls and the opportunity to talk

An appeal is being made for information after a woman died following a collision in Cold Overton on Tuesday (5 May). Police were called to Main Street – north of Cold Overton village – just after 5.20pm following a report that a silver Ford Fiesta had collided with a tree. The driver, a woman in her 80s, was taken to hospital by air ambulance for treatment. However, she died as a result of her injuries yesterday (Thursday). An investigation into the circumstances of the incid

In 2025 more than £1.2 million was lost by people duped by fraudsters exploiting online relationships. On Tuesday 5 May a national awareness campaign was launched by the City of London Police asking people to remain cautious when forming relationships online and be alert to warning signs. Romance fraud scams involve people being duped into sending money to criminals who go to great lengths to gain their trust and convince them that they are in a genuine relationship. They use

Leicestershire Police has published a new Anti-Social Behaviour (ASB) Action Plan, outlining how it will work with partners and communities to prevent and reduce ASB across Leicester, Leicestershire and Rutland over the next three years. The plan supports the Neighbourhood Policing Guarantee, a key commitment within the government’s Safer Streets mission, which places tackling anti-social behaviour at the heart of local policing. The new action plan sets out how the local

Credit Leicestershire Police Officers are appealing for help to identify several men as part of an ongoing investigation into a distraction burglary. The incident happened in Leicester Road in Loughborough just before 4pm on 28 March. Five men went into a shop, with four of them choosing and buying items before continuing to walk round the shop. After they left, it was established that the fifth man had used a crowbar to force access to an adjoining residential property. PC

Sir David Attenborough, whose formative years in Leicester helped shape his lifelong passion for the natural world, will celebrate his 100th birthday on Friday (8 May). Picture caption: Sir David with his portrait, Attenborough in Paradise (2016) by Bryan Organ, at Leicester Museum & Art Gallery. The broadcaster, naturalist and national treasure moved to Leicester with his family in 1932. His father, Frederick, was the second Principal of University College, which meant the f

Leicestershire Fire and Rescue Service are currently attending a house fire in Leicester’s Belgrave area tonight. Hunter Road is closed at the junctions with Ross Walk and Marjorie Street. The fire has spread to the adjoining house but thankfully there are no reports of injuries at this time. Please avoid the area if possible. #LeicsPolice #LFRS #HunterRoad #Belgrave

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⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ We dined at Twenty 1 restaurant on Sunday evening, and feasted on a delicious collection of Indian foods all perfectly cooked and served by the friendly attentive staff. “With a modern and contemporary atmosphere, the restaurant was warm and welcoming, an hidden gem on the outskirts of Leicester City serving great Indian food” Our starters and mains were selected from a carefully crafted menu. £10 per person for mixed tandoori grill represented great value for the

Sixteen Thousand festive lights will start going up in Leicester this week as the countdown to Christmas begins. Ahead of this year’s big...

Police and Crime Commissioner Rupert Matthews has welcomed the huge progress being made to reduce isolation and help residents thrive on a Leicester estate. The Leicester, Leicestershire and Rutland PCC has invested much-needed funding into the New Parks area of the city - one of three People Zones he supports in order to strengthen local communities and protect them from harm. Volunteers and service providers have been working closely with Leicester City Council to engage re

Police and Crime Commissioner Rupert Matthews has joined officers on the front line, tackling knife crime in the city, as part of a national campaign week. PCC Rupert Matthews in Stokeswood Park, searching for weapons with metal detecting wand. In support of Neighbourhood Policing Week of Action 2024, the Leicester, Leicestershire and Rutland PCC teamed up with local policing teams in West Leicester as they conducted knife checks with the aid of their new metal detecting kit,

Several police stations across Leicester, Leicestershire and Rutland will soon receive Victorian-style blue lamps outside the building as part of a plan to make the police more visible in their communities and connect the police more closely to the communities they serve. Rupert Matthews inspecting the fitting of one of the new blue lamps As the nation marks Neighbourhood Policing Week of Action, Leicester, Leicestershire and Rutland Police and Crime Commissioner Rupert Mat