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LeicesterLeicester Mercury2h ago

Major development planned for Leicestershire town - but residents say ‘it can’t cope’ with more homes

'We're struggling as it is'

LeicesterLeicester Mercury2h ago

Elderly couple 'at wits' end' over 'eyesore' derelict pub in Leicestershire village

The council was supposed to demolish the building in 2024 but it still remains standing

KetteringNorthants Telegraph10h ago

Who's been sentenced featuring Kettering, Weldon, Corby, Stanion, Wellingborough, Raunds, Stanwick, Warrington, Great Oakley, Barton Seagrave, Leicester, Barcheston, Burton Latimer and Irchester

The latest court sentencings from across North Northamptonshire

LeicesterLeicester Mercury15h ago

Woman sexually assaulted near M1 services at Leicester Forest East as police launch appeal

The incident happened on Baines Lane, an access road located off the A47 Hinckley Road

LeicesterLeicester Mercury16h ago

Work-in-progress photos as groundwork under way at Leicester Royal Infirmary's new £12.8m centre

The NHS trust said the Urgent Treatment Centre will 'significantly' improve experiences for patients

LeicesterLeicester Mercury17h ago

Thousands descend on Leicester city centre for 'beautiful' Vaisakhi celebrations

More than 10,000 reportedly attended the big event

DerbyDerby Telegraph1d ago

Special train headboards will celebrate 150th anniversary of Derbyshire man who designed the Flying Scotsman

Sir Nigel Gresley also designed dozens of other locomotives, including Mallard

DerbyDerby Telegraph1d ago

'Well-known and much-loved local figure' in Derby Telegraph funeral notices this weekend

Our thoughts are with all those who have lost a loved one recently

DerbyDerby Telegraph1d ago

Calls for council to save 'rare example' historic building in Derby

The Grade II-listed site is said to be of both local and national importance

'Team effort' leads to shelter for homeless veterans opening in Leicester

The first residents are expected to move in soon

School teacher among 17 Leicester Mercury funeral notices

Our thoughts are with those who have lost a loved one

'We spent a year in Nottingham temporary accommodation - here’s why we reviewed every single one'

The refugee mum and son described some hotels as poor and others as luxury

'Much-loved' husband and father among 10 Nottinghamshire funeral notices and tributes

Our thoughts are with the friends and family affected

'He' and 'she' to be removed from Nottingham NHS documents in major update

All gender-specific references are set to be replaced by the term 'they'

'Noteworthy' new affordable homes set for former Nottinghamshire care home site

Officials say the development will address a current shortfall in affordable housing

DronfieldThe Star (Sheffield)1d ago

Look inside this period £1,375,000 mansion with royal connections with acres of ancient woodland

Set in the village of Troway, close to Dronfield, Doe Lea Farm is a four-bedroom farmhouse with 16 acres of land, on the market for £1,375,000

Six people charged after van driven into gate of Leicestershire drone factory

The people charged are from Norwich, Reading, West Sussex, Kent and London

A52 to reopen to two-way traffic between key Nottingham roundabouts as works near completion

The reopening of the stretch between the Priory and QMC roundabouts is just days away

Driver injured in a two-car crash at busy Leicester junction

Officers have opened an investigation into the incident

Walkers 'really not surprised' after cyclist spotted throwing knife into Leicester bushes

The 'disturbing' incident would not put people off going down Great Central Way during the day, but some said it would be a 'no-go' area at night

BeestonNottingham Post1d ago

Beeston businesses miss out on trade on 'busiest day' as police cordon set up after assault

High Road, in Beeston, remained closed until gone midday after a man was assaulted in the early hours of Saturday

HinckleyLeicester Mercury1d ago

Concerns for Hinckley woman, 29, missing for more than two weeks

Holly is known to have travelled to Cornwall

BeestonNottingham Post1d ago

Man taken to hospital after being hit by 'object' outside Jesse Boot pub in Beeston

A large police cordon was in place on High Road in the Broxtowe town following the incident

BeestonNottingham Post1d ago

Beeston police cordon closes part of shopping street for several hours after assault

A stretch of High Road was closed for around 12 hours

Gedling pub's £1 pint per goal offer backfires on 'whirlwind' night of Nottingham Forest's 5-0 win

The pub previously gave out hundreds of beers and ciders completely free - but they said 'we learnt our lesson'

Historic Nottinghamshire pub up for sale for £400k as owners announce retirement

The award-winning watering hole was nicknamed the 'sweet shop'

CorbyNorthants Telegraph1d ago

'Final straw', says Corby MP, as The Rock goes up in flames again

Corby’s MP says he’s advocating for compulsory purchase of a beloved Corby pub after it was targeted by arsonists for the second time in a month.

BelperDerby Telegraph2d ago

Police update after paraglider spotted 'getting into difficulty' above Belper

Police officers and mountain rescue officers carried out a 'comprehensive search of the area'

'Gorgeous' Derbyshire location where ITV's The Neighbourhood filmed left host speechless

ITV's The Neighbourhood with Graham Norton is filmed in Derbyshire - here's everything you need to know about the stunning real-life set that took the host's breath away.

With queues along the street, traditional shops are making a comeback in Derbyshire

There's something of a renaissance taking place beneath our noses, and we couldn't be happier about it

Derbyshire village school set to expand thanks to funding windfall

Plans for the project include a wide range of improvements to both indoor and outdoor spaces - and a new 12-place nursery

NottinghamNottingham Post2d ago

The Flying Scotsman is coming to Nottinghamshire - and you could dine alongside it

Organisers said the event is 'something very few people will ever experience'

NottinghamNottingham Post2d ago

Ex-Nottingham city leader ‘still has something to offer’ as he rejoins senior ranks

'As leader it was a particularly difficult time. I needed a break from that. I still feel I’ve got something to offer'

NottinghamNottingham Post2d ago

Nottinghamshire's roads in line for £64 million boost as repair project ramps up

Suggestions that EMCCA could give the county council its 2027-2028 money now in order to speed up its plans to improve the roads were dismissed

Alfreton Town vs Curzon Ashton: National League N / S stats & head-to-head

Get ready, Alfreton! Our very own Alfreton Town is gearing up for a big clash against Curzon Ashton. We've got all the vital stats and head-to-head info you need to know before kick-off in this National League North/South showdown.

AlfretonBBC2d ago

NorthamptonNorthants Telegraph2d ago

Brand new Northamptonshire bake shed offers dairy and gluten-free treats

Cake, cookie and traybake fans looking for treats free from gluten, dairy and soya, as well as vegan options, can use a new self-service bake shed in Northamptonshire.

CorbyNorthants Telegraph2d ago

The Rockingham Arms in Corby is on fire with damage said to be 'serious'

A Corby pub has been seriously damaged by fire this evening.

RushdenNorthants Telegraph2d ago

Young girl sexually assaulted by Rushden man has 'lost her sparkle'

The mum of a young victim of a paedophile who sexually assaulted her in Rushden has told a court how the abuse has affected her.

NorthamptonNorthants Telegraph2d ago

Man repeatedly harassed woman in Northamptonshire village

A judge has passed a custodial sentence on a man who has carried out a campaign of harassment on a female victim.

Derby Gladiators star confirms exit from BBC show after three series

Gladiators star Giant has announced that he is leaving the BBC show and will not return for season four

NarboroughLeicester Mercury2d ago

Woman in her 70s suffers serious injuries in Leicester crash involving blue BMW

The car collided with a tree in Narborough Road

In pictures: New £9.4 million county mortuary officially opens in Northampton with aim to deliver 'joined-up' approach to post-mortem services

A new £9.4 million county mortuary has officially opened in Northampton, with the aim to deliver a “joined-up” approach to post-mortem services.

RushdenNorthants Telegraph2d ago

Rushden Station Bar calls for support as rising costs take their toll on town’s historic asset

Rushden Station Bar is urging people to ‘use it or lose it’ as rising costs could force the closure of the historic space.

Defiant food truck owners say THEY ARE NOT LEAVING Northampton's Market Square despite council demands

The owners of two food trucks in Northampton say they are NOT LEAVING the Market Square despite the council telling them they need to be gone by the end of the day.

PICTURES: Dozens of 'outraged' protestors meet at Northampton Market Square in support of food trucks evicted by WNC

Dozens of 'outraged' protestors met at Northampton Market Square in support of two food trucks who have been given eviction letters by the council.

AlfretonAlfreton Town Football Club2d ago

Match Information: Curzon Ashton (H)

Get ready, Reds fans! Our lads at Alfreton Town FC are gearing up for a home clash against Curzon Ashton this Saturday. It's sure to be a buzzing atmosphere down at the ground, so don't miss out on the action!

KetteringNorthants Telegraph2d ago

Colourful street art project set to transform walking routes into Kettering town centre

A major new street art project is launching in Kettering – bringing murals, painted telecom boxes and performance art to key walking and cycling routes into town as part of a drive to boost active tra

Derby drug dealer sent out mass marketing messages to advertise heroin and cocaine

He told police 'it's all lies' but pleaded guilty to the offences in court

West Northamptonshire councillor submits conduct complaint over potential confidentiality breach

A former Reform councillor has submitted a complaint to the monitoring officer about the leader of the council revealing the subject matter of a complaint against her, which has since been dropped.

BulwellNottingham Post2d ago

Police only found Bulwell drug dealer's hidden stash when he was strip-searched

Nottinghamshire Police officers found nothing when they searched Lindami Mremi's car

DerbyNottingham Post2d ago

New JCB pothole machines to be on Notts roads ‘within two weeks’

The machines have been trialled in neighbouring Derbyshire and Lincolnshire

West Northamptonshire Council wins controversial yellow box appeal battle – but Yellow Box Guru vows fight is not over

West Northamptonshire Council (WNC) has successfully overturned an appeal against its controversial yellow box junction enforcement camera in Northampton – but the campaigner behind the case says the

NorthamptonNorthants Telegraph2d ago

Family-led security business take home two awards at SME Northamptonshire Business Awards 2026

“We’re incredibly proud to be recognised for our sustainability efforts. It’s something we’ve been building over a number of years, and this award reflects the commitment of our whole team to making m

Vines in Derby is reopening thanks to Bustler Market, but not everyone is happy

It'll be great to attract more footfall to the Cathedral Quarter, but the former tenant of Vines, who also runs the Hairy Dog, is not so sure about it

Major roadworks set to hit Northampton streets in May with multiple closures planned

A series of road closures and traffic restrictions are set to affect motorists across Northampton and surrounding villages throughout May as West Northamptonshire Council rolls out a programme of main

IrthlingboroughNorthants Telegraph2d ago

Full closures planned on A6 bridge near Irthlingborough for deck repairs

Motorists have been warned to avoid a busy River Nene crossing that are due to start on Friday, May 8 with a full closure of the A6 Irthlingborough viaduct until Monday, May 11.

29-year-old from Northampton crowned Ms Galaxy UK as she vouches for impact pageantry has had on her life

A 29-year-old from Northampton was recently crowned Ms Galaxy UK 2026/27 and she has vouched for the positive impact that pageantry has had on her life over the past 13 years.

BelperDerby Telegraph2d ago

The secret to running a Belper shop for 100 years? You need to move with the times

It all started after when a Quaker was released from prison after refusing to fight during the First World War

KetteringNorthants Telegraph2d ago

Crunch time for Poppies as they head to Bury with play-off fate in their own hands

Liam McDonald is backing his Kettering Town players to get the job done when they bid to cement their place in the Pitching-In Southern League Premier Central play-offs on Saturday.