Some Firefighters go through their entire career without rescuing a single cat from a tree, but the thing about cliches is every so often they come around! Poor old Rojak got stuck up a tree on Staples Drive in Coalville early yesterday evening, after his lead became caught in a tree branch 30ft from the ground, crews from Coalville Fire Station came to his rescue. They had him down and reunited with his grateful owner within minutes. Pictures credit - Coalville Fire Station

Officers investigating an incident in which a member of staff was stabbed outside a Glenfield fish and chip shop are appealing for the owners of two vehicles to come forward. Police were called just before 6.45pm on Saturday (16 May) following a report of an argument involving members of staff. One man reported he had been stabbed with a kebab knife. His injuries were not believed to be life-threatening or life-changing. A 55-year-old man was arrested on suspicion of causing

Police officers are appealing for dashcam footage and anyone with information to come forward following a fatal collision in Great Dalby yesterday (Wednesday 20 May). Police and the East Midlands Ambulance Service were called to Station Road just after 8.45pm following a report a white Vauxhall Corsa had left the road and collided with a tree. One of the passengers, a 19-year-old man, was pronounced dead at the scene. The driver of the car, who is 18, was taken to hospital wh

Two new 20mph zones are set to be introduced close to schools in residential parts of Leicester. Leicester City Council has approved plans to place the reduced limit on a total of 46 streets in the Belgrave and Rushey Mead areas of the city. The proposed schemes are the latest in a rolling programme of 20mph zones citywide. In Belgrave, 19 residential roads, close to Mellor Community Primary School, will be covered by a new 20mph zone, extending restrictions already in place

The Age UK superstore in Leicester is highlighting the physical and mental health benefits of volunteering in a bid to encourage the local community to sign up to help this Volunteers’ Week (1st - 7th June 2026). The call comes as part of the Charity’s recently launched Act Now, Age Better campaign, which aims to get people thinking, talking and taking actions that are going to help them in the years to come. Bringing together the world of sport, physical activity and movem

Schools across Leicestershire and the East Midlands unite to raise vital funds to support children facing poverty and hardship. Leicestershire, UK - Friday 22 May 2026 - More than 60,000 children from 230 schools across Leicestershire and the East Midlands are taking part in Lifting Children’s Hopes’ (LCH Charity’s) annual Colour Dash, transforming playgrounds and sports fields into bright bursts of colour while fundraising to help local children and young people affected by

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