Hundreds of pupils attend Second World War event in Cosby
Nearly 1,000 pupils from 10 schools today descended on the first day of Britain's biggest Second World War commemorative extravaganza, the Victory Show.This year, the event, which takes over Cosby...
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Planning inspector may overturn council's Kilby crematorium refusal
A Government planning inspector will decide whether to overrule a council's decision to reject controversial plans for a crematorium.Westerleigh Group has lodged an appeal against Blaby District...
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Leicester street busker Viorel Dinu abused by ex-soldier, court told
A Romanian busker who spoke on national TV about "milking the benefits system" suffered racially-motivated abuse when he was recognised by an irate viewer.Viorel Dinu, who is regularly seen playing an...
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Local rugby: Leicester Lions pull off coup with signing of Will Maisey from...
Leicester Lions have pulled off a great signing in fly-half Will Maisey ahead of their National Two North campaign.Maisey recently made his Nottingham debut in their excellent win against Leicester...
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10 things to do in Leicestershire this weekend September 6-7
If you are looking for something to do this weekend in Leicestershire here are our recommendations:1. An epic tribute to the heroes of war: The Victory Show in Cosby:2. Alcon convention at De Montfort...
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Cycling: McLay joins Garner sisters in GB squad for World Championships
International calls are coming thick and fast for the county's crop of outstanding young cyclists as the end of the road racing season approaches. Cosby sisters Lucy and Grace Garner have been called...
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Golf: Draw is made for Leicester Mercury Challenge Cup
The draw has been made for Thursday's Leicester Mercury Challenge Cup. The 18-hole medal tournament is taking place at Humberstone Heights this year. The Mercury Cup dates back to 1923. Draw: 11.30: K...
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Leicester City striker Chris Wood determined to fight for his place
Leicester City striker Chris Wood has admitted he was unsure about his future as speculation mounted that he could be leaving the club before the transfer deadline. However, he said he was relieved to...
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Richard III: Two years to the day archaeologists excavated the regal remains
Two years ago today, University of Leicester archaeologists removed the remains of King Richard III from the now famous city centre car park.In the last 730 days, the skeleton of England's most...
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Julian Salvi says talented new signings give Leicester Tigers competitive edge
Leicester Tigers flanker Julian Salvi is "primed" for action ahead of the new Aviva Premiership season. The 28-year-old back-rower has been at the heart of the Tigers side since he joined the club in...
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£1 million lottery boost for job-seekers in St Matthews, Leicsester
Young people and those out of work in one of the city's most deprived area are now benefiting from a £1 million lottery fund designed to help improve their prospects.The St Matthew's estate, in...
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Man arrested in connection with Aylestone Meadows attack
A man has been arrested and questioned after a woman was attacked as she cycled through a beauty spot, police said today. The 25-year-old was detained by officers investigating the robbery and...
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Leicester Tigers v Newcastle: Manu Tuilagi ready to go face to face with...
Manu Tuilagi is used to having his big brother Alesana fighting his corner.But the two giants of the game will be on opposite sides when Leicester Tigers begin their Aviva Premiership quest by...
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Anthony Knockaert hits out at claims he described Leicester City as a...
Anthony Knockaert has hit out at claims he described Leicester City as a "springboard" for a move to a bigger club.In an interview with Foot Mercato, conducted in French, Knockaert was quoted as...
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Gang jailed for 82 years after blowing up cash machines
Five men who blew open dozens of cash machines by pumping them full of explosive gas have each been jailed for between 13 and 18 years.The crooks – four from Liverpool and one from Coventry – travelled...
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Cases at Leicester Magistrates' Court
Ashley Goubister (30) of Freehold Street, Loughborough, was proven guilty in absence of entering a train at Barrow upon Soar and Loughborough on March 26 2014 intending to travel without a valid...
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104-year-old Skegness holidaymaker from Leicestershire makes 94th visit
Leicestershire's favourite holiday resort rolled out the red carpet to give one of its most loyal visitors – 104-year-old Sid Pope – an extra-special welcome.A surprise reception party was on hand at...
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Firefighters tackle suspicious rubbish fire at derelict factory in Ross Walk,...
Arsonists are thought to be responsible for a rubbish fire in an abandoned factory.The fire service was called to an industrial premises in Ross Walk, Belgrave, Leicester, just after 6pm today.A...
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Man led to safety following kitchen fire in Spinney Hills, Leicester
A man was rescued from his house after a kitchen fire started by unattended cooking.Firefighters were called to a property in Farnham Street, in Spinney Hills, Leicester, just before 6.30pm, today,...
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Jet2 will write to passengers after criticism following emergency landing at...
An airline has said it will be writing to all passengers individually in the wake of criticism following an emergency landing at East Midlands Airport.People travelling on Jet2 flight LS644, from...
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