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By Chris Harper, Local Democracy Reporter Leicestershire residents “deserve better” – that’s according to one councillor after a number of Conservative officials were caught watching a World Cup game during an important meeting. The Local Democracy Reporting Service (LDRS) has obtained pictures showing leading Conservative councillors watching the England vs DR Congo match during Leicestershire […]

Two schools in Market Harborough are looking for new school crossing patrol officers as part of a countywide recruitment campaign. Leicestershire County Council is aiming to fill 32 vacancies across the county, including posts at Little Bowden Primary School and Market Harborough C of E Primary School. The council says the role, often known as […]

Pet owners in Market Harborough are being urged to stay alert after a number of dogs became seriously ill in the same part of the town. Residents say at least 11 dogs and one cat have suffered sudden sickness, diarrhea and bleeding, with several of the reported cases linked to the Western Avenue area on […]

A woman has been remanded in custody after admitting a series of offences, including a shop theft in Market Harborough. Lisa McDonagh, 34, of no fixed address, admitted stealing £73.25 worth of items from the Co-op in Market Harborough on 10 March. She also pleaded guilty to shop thefts from Boots and Tidal Vape in […]

Police cordons have been removed from parts of Market Harborough after forensic investigations into a stabbing were completed. Officers had sealed off areas around Shropshire Close, Orchard Street and Roman Way Recreation Ground following the incident on Sunday night. A man in his 20s remains in a critical condition in hospital after suffering a stab […]

Plans for more than £2.8 million of additional council spending have been put on hold after concerns were raised by opposition councillors over the detail behind some plans. The funding package proposed by the ruling Conservative administration includes a £1 million heritage grant scheme, a £500,000 rural grant fund, and investment in street cleansing, economic […]

An estimated 15,000 people packed Market Harborough on Sunday as one of the town’s biggest annual events returned for another successful year. More than 350 classic and vintage vehicles lined the town centre streets for the Classic Car Show, with visitors enjoying live music, entertainment, food stalls and the chance to support local independent businesses. […]

A teenage boy had to be rescued by firefighters after falling down an embankment and breaking his leg near open water in Broughton Astley. Leicestershire Fire and Rescue Service was called to Broughton Way at 1.30pm yesterday to assist the East Midlands Ambulance Service after the boy became injured in a difficult-to-reach location. Fire crews […]

Harborough District councillors are set to consider plans for a new £1 million grant scheme to help protect and restore historic buildings and heritage sites across the district. The proposal, due to be discussed at tonight’s full council meeting, would provide funding for capital projects involving important heritage assets, including listed buildings and sites on […]

Residents have spoken of their shock after a stabbing in Market Harborough left a man in a critical condition. Police cordons remain in place around Shropshire Close and Orchard Street, while Roman Way Recreation Ground has also been closed to the public as officers carry out searches. Emergency services were called to Shropshire Close shortly […]