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The parents of a Market Harborough man who lost his life to suicide want to set-up a charitable foundation in his name – to help others who may find themselves in a similar situation. Alex Nimmo (pictured) died in July 2022 aged 27, after suffering with his mental health. Mark and Wendy Nimmo would like […]
There was a good turnout today as Scouts paraded through Market Harborough to mark St George’s Day. People lined the streets earlier this afternoon as 350 youngsters from Scouts, Cubs, Beavers and Squirrels groups took part in the 2024 event – always held on the closest Sunday to St George’s Day; which is this Tuesday, […]
A driver was arrested after a motorcyclist failed to stop for police on the A6 near Kibworth Harcourt. Officers discovered the bike abandoned further along the road towards Market Harborough and then located the rider in a car. A spokesperson for Leicestershire Police said: “Officers attempted to stop a motorcyclist which failed to stop at […]
Players from the under 12’s team at Market Harborough Rugby Club are preparing to lose their hair in memory of a teammate’s Dad. The youngsters are backing MacMillan Cancer Support’s ‘Brave The Shave,’ after Lee Foskett sadly lost a battle with cancer recently. A great amount has already been raised for the charity through sponsorship […]
A Market Harborough man is to take part in tomorrow’s London Marathon to raise money for a cause close to his heart. Adam Panter’s wife Anna was diagnosed with a rare form of cancer aged 33, just weeks after giving birth to their daughter Lydia in 2018. She was given the all clear a year […]
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Market Harborough’s iconic WW1 ‘Tommy’ soldier has been damaged by the recent strong winds. The silhouette snapped from its base beside the War Memorial on The Square and has been removed by Harborough District Council, which will replace it with a stronger version in the coming months. The aluminium figure was erected in 2018 as […]
Plans have been announced to create a new country park near Naseby. West Northamptonshire Council say ‘The Battle Of Naseby Country Park’ would help commemorate the historic site’s significance in the English Civil War, and provide a valuable addition to the area’s tourist attractions. The authority has outlined the aspiration in a new masterplan for […]
Coffee and sandwich chain Pret A Manger is to open a new store in Market Harborough town centre. It is to be located in the former Stray’s premises on The Square, which has stood empty since the coffee shop closed last September. The opening this summer will create 15 jobs and Pret has begun recruiting […]
A new activity is being launched for youngsters in Market Harborough. The town’s EWF CrossFit gym is starting to run dedicated sessions for 11 to 16 year olds and is hosting an open day and taster session tomorrow. One of the gym’s coaches Selina Pridmore has recently qualified and trained in running CrossFit Teens and […]
