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Leicestershire tip closed and 'quarantine' put in place after asbestos find
Specialists were brought into the site
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‘Truly special’ worker dies after becoming unwell at Leicestershire restaurant
‘His legacy lives on through the countless lives he touched and the memories we shared with him’
Grandad who was 'the greatest gift' among 14 Leicester Mercury funeral notices
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Homeless beer thief jailed over repeated attacks on police and Leicestershire Tesco staff
Jack Johnson caused chaos in two Tesco stores, spitting at staff, throwing punches and kicking groceries off shelves
The nine Leicestershire pubs named in new top UK guide
The list looks to celebrate Britain’s ‘magnificent’ pubs
Parking ‘pressure’ fears raised over controversial HMO plan for Loughborough road
One resident said that the street already struggles with traffic
Leicestershire town centre to become 'vibrant' beach destination in major free event
Many activities will be included at the week-long event
Limited time £1 tickets set for Great Central Railway special summer event
The Leicestershire attraction hopes it will encourage people to have an affordable day out
Man threatened to burn down ex's home and turned up with a petrol can
He had previously assaulted the woman in her home by throwing a cup of coffee at her
Thousands of illegal cigarettes and booze seized in Leicestershire shop crackdown
More than 5,000 cigarettes were seized along with 6kg of illicit hand-rolling tobacco
Inside new self-serve Loughborough bakery blending traditional warmth and modern convenience
The bakery encourages its customers to browse at their own pace
Work starts on £12m 420-pupil Leicestershire primary school
The project will help the county council meet growing demand for good-quality schools in the area
Decision made over future of Leicestershire church
Developers say the building has recently 'fallen out of useful life'
Plans for new Leicestershire houses set for approval despite villagers' flooding fears
Neighbours have been 'overwhlemed' by storms in recent years
The Leicestershire cafe nominated as one of the best where customers become lifelong friends
Muzzy's Turquoise Cafe has fostered a growing reputation
Investigation into illegal e-bikes and scooters in four Leicestershire parks
Officers said they are working to to deter and prevent the misuse of these vehicles
Mum who 'brought laughter to everyone' among 27 Leicester Mercury funeral notices
Our thoughts are with those who have lost a loved one
Leicestershire caravan layby murder victim named as tributes paid to 'beloved son'
Two men have been arrested on suspicion of Ashley Menzel's murder
Jobs saved as Leicestershire Pizza Hut operator collapses into administration
The operator was behind a number of restaurants in the county - including in Loughborough
Disused Leicestershire pub's fate sealed despite punters hoping for 'bright future'
The pub hit the market in 2023 and has been empty since