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Police in Loughborough issue warning after fire comes dangerously close to buildings
'What may start as a bit of fun can have serious consequences'
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Leicestershire McDonald's bids to push closing time to 2am
Diners could soon be tucking into late-night meals
Large fire breaks out near River Soar as crews battle to save nearby boat
Crews are battling a blaze affecting standing crops and trying to stop it spreading to a nearby boat
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Asylum seeker rapist and drug trafficker among those jailed in Leicestershire in July
These are some of the most serious cases from the courts
Former boxer jailed for manslaughter after killing ‘gentle’ man with single punch
Ex-boxer who killed grandfather with one punch in Leicestershire park jailed for manslaughter
Joshua Moore has been jailed after admitting to manslaughter earlier this month
Man critically injured in Leicestershire M1 crash as police make arrest
An arrest has been made in connection with the incident which caused traffic chaos
Historic locomotive to return to public service after nearly 30 years
The loco will be available for one weekend
Leicestershire tip closed and 'quarantine' put in place after asbestos find
Specialists were brought into the site
‘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
Our thoughts are with those who have lost a loved one
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