A spokesperson for the county council said surface dressing work was carried out to “help protect the road and prevent potholes”.”But on this occasion, we are aware this has caused disruption and we understand how…
Searches are being carried out at a lake in Leicestershire after a teenage boy was reported to have entered the water.Emergency services were called to Meynell Lake off Fosse Way, Syston, just after 13:30 BST…
Plans for a battery energy storage system spanning about 82 hectares have been approved in Leicestershire.Applicant Enderby Energy Ltd was given full planning permission for the proposal, on land at Lambcote Hill Farm, in Swinford…
24 June 2026 University of Leicester computer scientists have developed a ‘sense check’ to reveal whether an AI robot is acting on the right information. It will allow scientists to determine whether a robot’s actions…
Scott White, one of the new officers, told the BBC “The single biggest issue is the street lifestyle.”It’s trying to get groups of people to engage and to trust us. “A lot of people see…
Drivers are being warned of road closures as a £1m programme of road repairs and resurfacing across Leicester began this week.On Monday, Wilne Street in Spinney Hills closed for two days of resurfacing.The full length…
British Transport Police has confirmed that eight people remain in a critical condition in hospital today (22 June), following the train crash close to Bedford on Friday evening (19 July).Officers were called to the line…
Multiple crews are tackling a large fire in a field in Leicestershire.Leicestershire Fire and Rescue Service (LFRS) said the blaze started on Monday in Kegworth Lane, outside Long Whatton.Pumps from Loughborough, Shepshed and Castle Donington…
Emergency services have issued a renewed warning about the dangers of swimming in open water as warm and sunny weather continues across Nottinghamshire.Police said officers were previously called to Holme Pierrepont, in May 2026, after…
Some temporary lane restrictions will be required and nearby residents have been warned there could be noise disturbance, the council said.Letters have been delivered to nearby homes and businesses to give notice of the forthcoming…
