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LEICESTER’S magnificent Christmas lights have been switched on, illuminating the city centre with thousands of white lights and colourful decorations

TWO new heritage information panels recounting the events of Leicester’s ‘Blitz Night’ have been installed in the city.

LEICESTER’S giant Christmas tree will be a symbol of hope for the city this winter, as the whole country locks down to stop the spread of coronavirus.

THE FINAL preparations are being made for Leicester’s first ever virtual Diwali Day event, which people will be able to enjoy at home on Saturday (14 November).

VISITORS to Leicester’s libraries will still be able to borrow their favourite books during lockdown thanks to an order and collect service which is being introduced.

LEICESTER City Council has announced specialist e-bike hire provider Ride On as its partner in the city’s forthcoming e-bike share scheme.

PEOPLE in Leicester are being reminded to celebrate safely this year as a number of festivals approach – particularly given the added challenges presented by coronavirus.

PEOPLE are being asked to help shape the future of Leicester’s iconic Haymarket Theatre.

PEOPLE in Leicester are being invited to be part of the city’s first virtual Diwali Day celebration.

THE MAMMOTH task of installing the twinkling lights and the colourful garlands that will decorate Leicester city centre this Christmas gets under way this weekend.

A CORNER of Leicester with a motor-racing past, memories of a ‘magical’ school and sporting glories new and old are retold on Leicester’s latest crop of fascinating heritage panels.

TOILET facilities in seven popular city parks are set to be fully refurbished by Leicester City Council.