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A vulnerable man died months after being “savagely” beaten over a prolonged period by his friend who was “suffering from paranoia caused by cannabis consumption”, a court has heard. Martin Glynn, 93, was attacked at a flat in Gold Street, Desborough, in September 2024 and died at Kettering General Hospital on 26 December that year. […]

The Conservatives have taken control of Harborough District Council following a closely fought vote at an extraordinary meeting. A motion to remove Liberal Democrat leader Phil Knowles and replace him with Conservative group leader Simon Whelband was approved by 17 votes to 16. Councillor Knowles had led a coalition of Liberal Democrat, Labour, Green and […]

Plans for a new electric vehicle charging hub in Market Harborough have been approved. The scheme at the Commons Car Park will include six charging stations providing 12 chargers, along with a solar canopy and battery storage. The project aims to improve access to EV charging and support the move towards lower-emission transport. More than […]

A company owned by Harborough District Council is set to be shut down after making losses of more than £800,000 over two years. Harborough District Commercial Services was set up in 2019 and purchased two retail units in Market Harborough town centre, currently occupied by  Sports Direct and Tesco, along with flats above. The intention […]

Harborough’s community groups are being encouraged to apply for a share of £3,000. The Market Harborough Twenty 12 Lions Club is running its Community Awards scheme for a third year, with ten grants of £300 up for grabs. President Keith Nixon said, “The club is pleased to be able to offer the awards again this […]

More than 700 people have signed a petition opposing the idea of a community centre being built on a park in Market Harborough. The proposal is one option being considered by Harborough District Council for Burford Green on the southern estate’s Western Avenue. The council is currently consulting on a range of possible improvements and […]

Police are appealing for information after pet chickens were stolen during a burglary in Desborough. The birds were taken from a property on Mulberry Close sometime between 7pm and 11:45pm on April 5th. Officers are also appealing for information following an attempted burglary at a property on Dunkirk Avenue in the town. The incident happened […]

Traffic in Market Harborough is being closely monitored as highways officials look at ways to improve key junctions in the town. Temporary CCTV cameras have been installed by Leicestershire County Council at a number of locations, including the town centre. The first phase of the project will focus on improvements along Rockingham Road later this […]

The trial of a Desborough man charged with murder is due to begin today at Northampton Crown Court. Samuel Field is accused of assaulting 93-year-old Martin Glynn at a property on Gold Street in the town on September 20th 2024. Mr Glynn suffered a serious head injury and died in hospital three months later. Field, […]