Author: HFM News
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A review of under-threat bus services in and around Harborough has been put on hold because of the coronavirus pandemic. The number 33 town service in Market Harborough, the 44, linking the town with Foxton and Fleckney, and the 58, that runs between Market Harborough and Lutterworth were placed ‘at risk’ last year, when Leicestershire County […]
A woman was taken to a place of safety after Police were called to Market Harborough railway station last night. British Transport Police say officers were dispatched just before 7pm, following concerns about her welfare. A number of officers were seen on platforms and in the station grounds.
A man dubbed one of Leicestershire’s most wanted burglary suspects was arrested in Market Harborough last night, after being spotted by a Police officer on his way home from work. The 19-year was seen on Springfield Street by off-duty Pc Malc Roberts, who alerted colleagues. He was arrested on near-by Kettering Road just before 9.30pm, […]
The Great Glen Wheelbarrow Race is the latest big local event to be cancelled because of the Coronavirus pandemic. Organisers say they have a responsibility to act in the best interest of visitors, stallholders and volunteers – it was due to take place on September 5th to raise money for Leicestershire’s Loros Hospice. A Desborough […]
The Premier League have announced the first wave of measures that will be in place at all 20 member clubs training grounds as part of the Project Restart proposals. All Premier League managers will meet on Wednesday to discuss the planning of the league’s return and clubs now have an idea of what life will […]
Fielding Palmer Hospital in Lutterworth is temporary stopping admission of patients. Leicestershire Partnership NHS Trust says it’s taken the decision because the old building cannot conform to the Government’s social distancing rules. Additional beds have been made available at other community hospitals – including St Luke’s in Market Harborough. A spokesman said: “This temporary measure […]
One of Harborough’s most popular tourist attractios won’t open this year because of the Coronavirus pandemic. Those who run the Wistow Maze in Wistow say it would be impossible to ensure public safety and social distancing, as it pathways are only one and half metres wide. It will be the first time in 16 years […]
Market Harborough Golf Club has re-opened after the easing of Coronavirus restrictions which had seen it shut for over seven weeks. Members are back on the greens and visitors will be allowed back from next Wednesday. Measures are in place to ensure social-distancing can be observed and people can play safely. Jim Jacobs, a member […]
All 120 pupils from Market Harborough C of E Academy are getting a school dinner today – despite the majority of them not being there! Their families will enjoy one too, with cook Mrs Douglas preparing over 400 hundred portions of her popular curry and chilli dishes. Teachers and other staff will be delivering the […]
People can now book a slot to visit Market Harborough tip when it re-opens on Monday. An on-line booking system has been launched as those wanting to use the waste and recycling site on Riverside will also be able to do so with an appointment. It’s one of seven being re-opened by Leicestershire County Council, […]
