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NEW powers to help keep Leicester’s public spaces free from anti-social behaviour are to take effect from Wednesday (2 April).
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19 March 2025
1 minute read
TEMPORARY parking restrictions will be in place on some residential streets in Leicester next week as part of a rolling programme of street cleaning and gully clearance.
12 March 2025
3 minute read
FINAL proposals for a new residents’ parking scheme on and around a busy Leicester road have been published by the city council.
11 March 2025
2 minute read
A DISPLAY of illuminating light paintings created by more than 200 young people will transform windows across Leicester city centre into a huge outdoor gallery.
10 March 2025
1 minute read
LEICESTER school children have been exploring their heritage while learning about King Richard lll, ancestry and heraldry as part of the city’s Light Up Leicester festival.
6 March 2025
4 minute read
WITH just days to go before the return of Light up Leicester, organisers are making the final touches to deliver a spectacular festival that will include joyful parades, inspirational performances and amazing light installations.
3 March 2025
2 minute read
CHILDREN in Leicester who receive benefits-related free school meals are being invited to sign up for free activities during the Easter holidays before the deadline on Sunday 30 March.
3 March 2025
1 minute read
A NATIONAL campaign is calling for people from the LGBTQ+ community to consider becoming foster carers or adoptive parents.
3 March 2025
1 minute read
THOUSANDS of children across the city will be offered places at secondary schools today (Monday 3 March) – with an increase in the percentage being offered their first choice.
28 February 2025
3 minute read
A DAZZLING bike parade is being planned as part of next month’s Light Up Leicester festival – and everyone is invited to join in the pedal-powered fun!
27 February 2025
3 minute read
THOUSANDS of Leicester residents could be left without heating or hot water this summer unless they have their aging electricity meters replaced.
27 February 2025
1 minute read
FAMILIES who have children with special educational needs and disabilities (SEND) can join Local Offer Live next week to find out more about services that can help them.
27 February 2025
2 minute read
A NEW life-saving defibrillator has been installed at Belgrave Hall in Leicester, as part of the Heartshield initiative.