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A man has appeared in court accused of stealing cash, designer coats and a mobile phone during robberies at properties in the Harborough district and Leicester. Richile Vangu, 19, from Southgate in London, is accused of nine counts of robbery and an assault in relation to alleged incidents on November 21st and 22nd. He has […]

Harborough District Council has extended measures to tackle irresponsible dog ownership and alcohol-related anti-social behaviour in public places. The Public Space Protection Orders (PSPOs) allow council officers to issue fines to those who fail to pick up dog mess, put a dog on a lead when requested, or carry the correct means to clean up […]

Christmas shoppers in Market Harborough are being urged to stay vigilant after a woman had her purse stolen. A thief took it from her bag while she was in a town centre shop on Saturday. Police are also asking the public to report anyone acting suspiciously, with such thefts often increasing during the festive season, […]

Work by 30 talented artists is on display at the Symington Building in Market Harborough. The Harborough Artists Cluster has taken over the gallery space next to the library, to showcase more than 150 pieces. The free exhibition runs until the end of January. Allie Whelan is one of the artists involved and spoke to […]

A man with links to Market Harborough is still on the run after absconding from an open prison over a month ago. Patrick Gavin was serving a five-year, one-month sentence for grievous bodily harm with intent, following a stabbing in Desborough in 2020. The 36-year-old walked out of HMP Sudbury in Derbyshire on October 24th […]

Santa and his helpers from the 3rd Market Harborough Scouts are touring town during the festival season. The Santa Sleigh will visit dozens of streets in the run-up to Christmas, raising funds for the Air Ambulance charity and HAB Anti-Bullying & Mental Health. The fundraiser has been running for over 50 years and residents are […]

Rival local government shake-up plans for Leicester, Leicestershire and Rutland have been submitted to the government. District and borough councils are proposing three unitary authorities across the area, while Leicestershire County Council wants two – one covering the city and the other the rest of the county and Rutland, which is also the preferred option […]

There are fears Foxton Canal Museum will be forced to close unless £20,000 can be raised urgently. Visitor numbers were badly hit earlier this year when Foxton Locks was closed to boats due to the drought, at a time when running costs continue to rise and the venue copes with the lasting impact of the […]

The first ever St Dionysius Church Christmas Tree Festival has opened in Market Harborough. The festive event is running until Tuesday and features over 40 trees decorated by community groups and businesses, live music, festive activities for children and refreshments. Churchwarden Sam Peverett has helped organise the festival and spoke to HFM: The festival was […]

A petition signed by nearly 2,000 people calling for Market Harborough to have its own Town Council has been handed over. Under the law, Harborough District must now formally consider the proposal, as part of a wider Community Governance Review. Supporters say a town council is needed to give Market Harborough proper representation, especially with […]