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This Week in Leicester

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Asylum seeker accused of raping woman now charged with raping Leicester man

Sedad Mustafa is set to go on trial next year

Leicester Mercury·18h ago
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Leicestershire village pub reopens after two-year closure following £150,000 makeover

Owner Dipak Kumar said it is a ‘privilege’ to welcome locals back

Leicester Mercury·18h ago
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Fears huge new 4,000-home Leicestershire town will surround several villages

Employment land, three schools, a local centre and sports facilities are also planned

Leicester Mercury·18h ago
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Full list of busy Leicester roads in line for permit parking scheme

Around 460 homes and businesses would be affected under the proposed scheme

Leicester Mercury·1d ago
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Police issue update after gunshot incident in Leicestershire village

A total of four men have been arrested

Leicester Mercury·1d ago
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The 'isolated' Leicestershire estate where 4,000 homes are still missing

Multiple primary schools and commercial centre have also been promised - but not appeared

Leicester Mercury·1d ago
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Business rates row leaves Leicester church fighting for survival

The church is in dispite with Leicester City Council

Leicester Mercury·1d ago
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The big A-Z guide of everything to be proud of in Leicester

We work our way through the alphabet with the best of the city and county

Leicester Mercury·2d ago
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Leicestershire man who orchestrated major arson attack must pay back thousands to victims

Dylan Earl was jailed last year for the attack which caused around £1 million in damage

Leicester Mercury·2d ago
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Poignant stories and 'amazing' atmosphere as thousands take on Leicester's half-marathon and 10k

Some laced up in aid of charities such as LOROS and Macmillan Cancer Support

Leicester Mercury·2d ago
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Fawlty Towers Christmas Weekend

Merry Christmas You will arrive Saturday lunch time where you will be greeted by Basil, Sybil and Manuel.

Skiddle·2d ago
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After Hours w/ Supa, Pioneer and Shenin AMARA

October 17th, we bring to Leicester our biggest lineup including Supa D, Pioneer and many more. This is not one to miss

Skiddle·2d ago
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The evolution of Leicester's Fosse Park over more than 35 years of shopping history

One of the UK's biggest out-of-town shopping centres has seen many changes since its opening in 1989

Leicester Mercury·2d ago
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Weeks of disruption warning as Leicestershire town centre car park set for major upgrade

The improvement works are expected to last between six-to-eight weeks

Leicester Mercury·2d ago
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Woman who leaves 'legacy of love' among 12 Leicester Mercury funeral notices this week

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

Leicester Mercury·2d ago
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Leicestershire village pub set for new stadium-style look amid £300k revamp

'Massive' new screens and a new interior will be among the new delights for regulars

Leicester Mercury·2d ago
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The Leicester estate where residents feel 'left behind and forgotten about'

One woman said she wouldn't walk around the area at night

Leicester Mercury·3d ago
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Craig David Presents TS5 - Abbey Park Leicester

Chart topping singer Craig David returns to Abbey Park in Leicester on Friday 11th June 2027 with very special Jay Sean

Skiddle·3d ago
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Prince Harry booed by Leicester Tigers' fans after being spotted in the stands at Welford Road

The Duke of Sussex, a famously passionate rugby union fan, was on the big screen during the Gallagher Prem clash with Gloucester

Leicester Mercury·4d ago
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Former Leicestershire Police officer raped girl after checking why she had not gone to school

He raped a teenage girl and touched another woman inappropriately

Leicester Mercury·4d ago
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'I thought I was going to die': Innocent student stabbed in Leicester machete gang attack

Terrified students looked on during the botched revenge attack

Leicester Mercury·4d ago
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Dangerous Leicester driver caused serious crash while fleeing police on A46

The 26-year-old left another motorist seriously injured after driving on the wrong side of the A-road

Leicester Mercury·4d ago
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Warning issued as major Leicester road closed by house fire with multiple crews at scene

The fire began in the house's bedroom

Leicester Mercury·4d ago
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Leicester man sold 'deadly' weapons, ammunition and drugs to crime gangs across the UK

In one incident, two guns and approximately 100 rounds of ammunition were sold near Brighton

Leicester Mercury·4d ago
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35 people arrested after protest outside Leicestershire drone factory

All of those arrested remain in police custody at this time

Leicester Mercury·4d ago
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Authority issues update on Leicester leisure centre closure plans after hundreds sign petition

Residents are urged to share their views before any decisions are finalised

Leicester Mercury·4d ago
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Traitors star Bella Ramsey shares 'mixed bag' feelings about Leicestershire home

Bella Ramsey, the Leicestershire-raised star of The Last of Us, has opened up about the struggles of childhood fame.

Leicester Mercury·4d ago
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Three young men launched birthday party attack on bouncer and business owner

They were at a party at the 2Funky venue in Leicester

Leicester Mercury·4d ago
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'Devastating' Leicestershire footpath change refused amid fears it could become 'lethal'

The landowner claims horse riders damaged the signs indicating it's not a bridleway

Leicester Mercury·4d ago
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Man and boy critical after they were stabbed by masked men in Leicestershire village

Armed police were deployed to Thurnby just after midnight on October 8

Leicester Mercury·5d ago
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Woman in serious condition after assault in Leicester home, man arrested

Leicestershire Police is investigating the incident

Leicester Mercury·5d ago
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Man drank nine cans of lager then sat on Leicester bridge after arguing with mum

Leicestershire Police said it was lucky Lee Hamil didn't cause a car crash

Leicester Mercury·5d ago
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List of Leicester road closures ahead of half-marathon and 10k race

More than 5,000 runners are expected to participate

Leicester Mercury·5d ago
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Major update issued on Leicestershire’s first garden village as artisan high street takes shape

Developers say an 'exciting opportunity' has arisen in the area which will eventually house almost 2,000 homes

Leicester Mercury·5d ago
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Leicestershire man with 'big creepy grin' grabbed airport worker after she took his vodka

He had been sitting at the top of some steps in a restricted area of the airport

Leicester Mercury·6d ago
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What can heatwaves tell us about Earth’s future?

Here at the University of Leicester, our researchers are delving into the pressing question of what our increasingly hot summers mean for the planet's future. It's a fascinating look at how these extreme weather events could shape our world for generations to come.

University of Leicester·6d ago
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Answers demanded over ‘unacceptable’ delay to new Leicestershire bin rollout

It will be pushed back to 2027 after a number of issues

Leicester Mercury·6d ago
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Hundreds more homes set for part of Leicestershire in major planning update

One part of Leicestershire will get many new houses - and a country park

Leicester Mercury·6d ago
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Fears for future of Leicester community centres as council invites takeover bids

Local groups can make a bid to take them over

Leicester Mercury·6 Oct
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Leicester thug beat sleeping girlfriend, 16, over new social media followers

It was part of an horrific series of attacks and abuse

Leicester Mercury·6 Oct
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Leicestershire town centre balaclava ban takes step forward but concerns remain

Councillors say the measures are "desperately needed"

Leicester Mercury·6 Oct
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Objections to Leicester leisure centre closure mount as users fight 'devastating' plans

More than 1,600 people have now signed a petition

Leicester Mercury·6 Oct
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Nashville Days 2027 - Leicestershire Country Music Festival

The Leicestershire family focused Country Music festival is back for 2027 with a headline performance from the Ultimate Garth Brooks tribute.

Skiddle·6 Oct
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Independent café 'excited' for expansion into new Leicestershire site

This will be the couple's third site across the county

Leicester Mercury·6 Oct
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Leicester city centre pasta bar suffers 'significant' damage in devastating burglary

One worker didn't realise the perpetrator was still in the building when he investigated the damage

Leicester Mercury·5 Oct
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Hundreds of new jobs as huge new bakery opens in Leicestershire village

Geary's Bakery, the maker of viral Jason’s Sourdough, opened the new plant after a period of 'significant' growth

Leicester Mercury·5 Oct
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Leicestershire politician ready to switch to Reform UK for May elections

Cllr Russell Boam previously stepped down from the Conservatives last month

Leicester Mercury·5 Oct
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Leicester traffic delays after van crashes into underpass bridge

Officers said no significant injuries were reported

Leicester Mercury·5 Oct
What's On

Preet Singh : First Class in Leicester

Preet Singh is a rising star of British comedy, blending razor-sharp wit with raw, personal storytelling.

Skiddle·5 Oct
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Leicester city centre disruption warning issued as market redevelopment continues

The 'critical' work will see new kerbs and street lighting installed

Leicester Mercury·5 Oct