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It’s time to take down ‘tatty’ lamppost flags, MP says
The politician fears they could become a safety risk
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Police manhunt after masked gang threaten woman in terrifying armed raid
The men broke into the property and stole jewellery before fleeing the scene
Student banned from union charges in and punches security guards
Two security guards were punched after the student forced his way inside
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West End star joins BBC Radio 2 favourite in Leicester's Dick Whittington panto at De Montfort Hall
A Leicestershire star is part of the cast
'Devoted' husband of 68 years among 21 Leicester Mercury death notices this week
Our thoughts are with those who have lost a loved one recently
Four arrests made and drugs seized after seven people searched in Loughborough
Leicestershire Police say they also seized cash during the operation
Have-a-go hero stops cyclist who was trying to flee from police officers
The cyclist was a wanted man and the officers caught up with him thanks to the passing motorist
Arrests made after fight involving group of men in Leicestershire street
Police have cordoned off the area around Moor Lane
Loughborough business owner left with big bill after illegally dumping waste
The council said it takes fly-tipping 'extremely seriously'
Tesla car hit motorcyclist after it failed to stop due to 'software update'
Court heard the car should have detected the bike
Leicester butcher needs 'major improvement' in latest food hygiene ratings
Other businesses have been told that improvement is necessary
Devoted dad who died aged 45 among this week's death notices
Tributes have been paid to those who died aged just 59
The cheapest part of Leicestershire to buy a house has been revealed
New figures also show where the house sale prices are the highest
BBC Strictly Come Dancing star to host Leicestershire dance workshops
Beginners and advanced movers will learn some moves from Janette Manrara
Leicestershire residents should be on 'high alert' amid rising rogue trader reports
Victims have reportedly been harassed and threatened
Anger as Leicestershire canal left resembling 'boat graveyard' with rotting vessels
Residents say it is 'unacceptable'
Multiple bikers suffer potential 'serious injuries' in Leicestershire collision
Officers said they were 'lucky' a team of doctors were in the area
Loughborough long jumper Zak Skinner slams 'one of worst ever' performances on world stage
Skinner, 26, missed out on a medal in his T13 event for visually impaired athletes in New Delhi.
Disruption warning issued as Leicestershire bridge set to be demolished
Replacement bus services will be in force
Man bit police officer after being thrown out of Wetherspoons bar
He shoved a doorman and then bit and tried to headbutt the officers