Leicester and Leicestershire News
Keep up to date with the latest news and sports articles for Leicester and Leicestershire. You will also find links on the left that will direct you to local and national newspaper websites and publications.
Pilot died in mid-air gliding competition crash
A report is released into the collision that claimed the life of an experienced pilot.
Pair deny charges after officers bitten by XL bully
Leicestershire Police says one officer suffered serious bite injuries to his leg.
Plastic duck protest over two-month-old hole in road
Villagers joked the pair will have had ducklings by the time repairs are finished.
Excitement as two peregrine falcon eggs hatch
Two further peregrine eggs are yet to hatch on the bell tower of Leicester Cathedral.
Plan for luxury electric car showroom approved
Villagers say they are concerned the development could increase traffic and flooding in the area.
Plans announced for new £1.2m village leisure centre
The current centre, described as old and tired, would be partially demolished.
Firms broke safety law in water pipe blast
A woman suffered serious injuries when the ground erupted near a reservoir in 2022.
Sculptor explains Elizabeth ll statue inspiration
Hywel Pratley says he wanted to depict the late monarch at the "height of her power".
Farmer 'heartbroken' as lamb killed in dog attack
Will Renner says his flock has been attacked three times in the last 10 days of lambing season.
Download Festival travel plan announced after delays
There was "unprecedented" congestion around Donington Park as festival goers arrived last year.
Driver, 96, dies after two-car crash on major road
The A52 was closed in both directions for several hours following the crash on 1 April.
Leicester's Fatawu 'has to learn many things' - Maresca
Leicester City manager Enzo Maresca says Abdul Fatawu still has many things to learn after the winger scored a hat-trick against Southampton.
Weather ends Leicestershire's chances at Derby
Weather helps Derbyshire avoid defeat by Leicestershire in County Championship Division Two.
Tigers collapse at Saints a 'hard watch' - McKellar
Head coach Dan McKellar says Leicester Tigers' capitulation in their East Midlands derby defeat by Northampton was "a hard watch".
Arsenal beat Leicester to secure Champions League place
Arsenal secured the Women's Super League's third and final Champions League place with a comfortable home win over Leicester.
Struggling Hinckley call game off
Hinckley United's game against Bishop's Stortford on Tuesday is postponed as the hosts are unable to field a team.
Thakor to captain England U-19s
Leicestershire's Shiv Thakor will captain a 15-strong England Under-19s squad for the tour of South Africa in January.
Return to duty for Army horses 'too early to know'
Two horses are in a "serious condition" after they bolted through central London on Wednesday.
Capt Sir Tom's family home on sale for £2.25m
The Bedfordshire home that the veteran fundraiser lived in with his family is now on the market.
Judges reserve judgement on Lucy Letby appeal bid
Lucy Letby is seeking permission to appeal her convictions for murder and attempted murder.
Prince William visits school after boy's invite
Prince William visits a school to discover how pupils are shining a light on mental health.
Pilot died in mid-air gliding competition crash
A report is released into the collision that claimed the life of an experienced pilot.
Mayoral candidates clash at BBC debate
The mayoral hopefuls are asked questions about violent crime and road use from Londoners.
Traitors star pregnant after seven miscarriages
Series two contestant Charlotte Chilton has called her pregnancy a "miracle".
Woman stabbed in street attack
A 21-year-old man has been arrested on suspicion of causing grievous bodily harm over the incident.
Grieving dad installs fake speed camera to deter drivers
The farmer says he knows "the pain of losing a child" and wants to ensure no children are hit on his road.
Border Force staff set to go on strike at Heathrow
More than 300 Border Force officers are due to walk out from Monday to Thursday.
Pub that opened in 1610 could be forced to close
A bid to get the historic inn registered as a community asset fails, increasing the closure threat.
To let: Spacious flat with original tiles and... jail cell
Fancy living here? It will cost you £750 a month to reside in this former police station.