Free fully-electric bus service due for city
24 August 2022
4 minute read
Plans have been announced for a new free electric bus service connecting key destinations within Leicester city centre.
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Work complete on major revamp of ‘forgotten’ St George Street
WORK is complete on an ambitious scheme to revamp an important gateway into Leicester city centre and restore a lost link to the Cultural Quarter.
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BMX fun on offer this weekend
23 August 2022
3 minute read
AN adrenaline-fuelled BMX contest featuring Team GB riders will take centre stage in Leicester this weekend as part of the city’s regular Open Streets event.
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Connexions can help with exam results
17 August 2022
1 minute read
YOUNG people in Leicester who are getting their exam results can use the city council’s Connexions service to get help and advice.
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Mela returns after two-year break
17 August 2022
2 minute read
South Asian arts and Indian cultural entertainment will bring Leicester city centre to life on Sunday (21 August), as the Leicester Belgrave Mela festival returns after a two-year break.
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Main route to close for emergency repair work
16 August 2022
1 minute read
DRIVERS are being warned of diversions and possible delays this week caused by urgent repair works being carried out to one of the busiest routes into Leicester.
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Pets’ Corner closes in bid to limit spread of bird flu
15 August 2022
2 minute read
ABBEY Park’s Pets’ Corner has temporarily closed to the public as part of efforts to limit the spread of avian flu.
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Regeneration of Stocking Farm estate moves a step closer
15 August 2022
1 minute read
AMBITIOUS regeneration plans for Leicester’s Stocking Farm estate have moved on a step with the submission of a planning application to the city council.
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Still time to enjoy Summer In The City
11 August 2022
2 minute read
LEICESTER’S programme of free summer events continues this weekend, with free outdoor cinema, live music, spectacular street theatre, and even a giant inflatable slug.
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City Festival 2022 prepares to take to Leicester’s streets
11 August 2022
3 minute read
LEICESTER’S city centre streets are due to come alive this month with a breathtaking festival showcasing live performances, street arts, interactive fun and the UK’s largest puppet.
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City bin collections to start an hour earlier to help beat the heat
9 August 2022
1 minute read
With soaring temperatures predicted in the coming days, Leicester City Council is asking people to put their recycling and waste earlier than normal this week.
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Leicester joins cities in celebrating a World Reimagined
4 August 2022
3 minute read
A NATIONAL art education project that aims to transform understanding of the transatlantic slave trade will launch in Leicester this week.
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Councils plan major investment in improved route for cyclists and walkers
4 August 2022
4 minute read
PLANS for major investment to improve walking and cycling facilities on a route from New Lubbesthorpe, through Aylestone, to Leicester city centre have been announced.