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'This was a truly wicked act' - everything the judge told murderer Daniel Rounce
Rounce was jailed for life earlier this week. He will not be eligible for parole until 2049.
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Another man found dead near Abbey Park in Leicester
Leicestershire Police
Police were called to a report of an unresponsive man in the area
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Schools at centre of Leicester's measles infections
NHS
A drop in vaccination uptake has been blamed for the higher than normal levels of the disease
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'Redundant' toilets to become offices
Planning
The Art Deco building has been empty for some time
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Road shut as car hits house in Leicester
Leicestershire Police
Drivers were urged to avoid Leicester's Glenfield Road following the incident
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Boots clearance sales sees reductions on perfumes from Lancome, Mugler, Valentino and more
Shopping
Buy designer fragrances at a reduced price
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Judge calls teenage killer 'one of most manipulative prisoners I ever experienced'
Leicestershire Police
Daniel Rounce offered no account of how and why he killed Gerald Wickes
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Appeal launched over plan for solar farm in shadow of Belvoir Castle
Planning
JMB Solar threatened to appeal when planning permission was denied and has now done so
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Lorry carrying aerosols and gas canisters catches fire on M1 in Leicestershire
Leicestershire Fire and Rescue Service
Two firefighters can be seen tackling the blaze in photos from the scene
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'Grave concerns' over pub's plan to sell booze for longer
Pubs and Bars
Regulars at the pub have defended it however
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Leicester City Q+A live on Enzo Maresca, tactics, selection, promotion race, and sanctions
Leicester City FC
Your questions answered on all things Leicester City ahead of the final four matches of the season, starting against West Brom at the King Power Stadium on Saturday
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Oodie launches 'Nothing Over £39' clearance sale
Leicester News
Get reductions on Oodies and T-shirts now
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Key DWP WASPI update as cross-party letter goes to Secretary of State
Easter
Millions of women are waiting for possible compensation of £3,000 over state pension age changes and campaigners are demanding the government submit formal proposals
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Infant 'under two' critically ill in hospital after dog attack
Leicester News
The dog was not a banned breed, police have confirmed
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DWP warning over Universal Credit claimant payment increase delay
DWP
The Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) has confirmed that from 8 April, benefits including Universal Credit will see an uplift of 6.7% - but there's a catch
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Food and Drink
I try eating at the new Daft Bird restaurant in Granby Street
The name is daft, but the food makes perfect sense
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Drivers facing two miles of diversions as main route near town closed
Traffic and Travel
Highways officials will be in the area this week on public safety grounds
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Fines for three Leicestershire fishermen
Crime
They did not have a licence for the sport
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Evri issues new update on parcel delays after blaze at depot
Leicester News
Flames could be seen leaping into the air with smoke visible for miles around after the Avonmouth warehouse set alight
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Shannon Matthews’ kidnapper Michael Donovan dies from cancer in hospital
Leicester News
Michael Donovon, 54, held the terrified schoolgirl captive in his council flat for 24 days as massive search took place
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Shoppers snap up £66 garden bistro set that's cheaper than Amazon, John Lewis and B&Q
Shopping
A stylish garden bistro set has been reduced as part of Wowcher's spring sale. The 3-Piece Black String Bistro Furniture Set has been reduced by 78%, and is now on sale for £66, down from £299.99.
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Kate Beckinsale posts health update after sparking concern
Leicester News
Previous pictures from her hospital bed have since been deleted
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'I'm a vet - here's 5 things I dislike that pet owners do - and one that gives me the ick'
Real Life
Ben the Vet says his opinions might be unpopular but some are health hazards and others can be a disaster for the animal and their family
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Stacey Solomon says it's 'time to say goodbye' as speaks of 'stigma' in post with husband Joe Swash
Leicester News
Sort Your Life Out presenter has been on a break at a caravan park and fans were delighted saying 'they are the BEST'
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£1million Taylor Swift warning issued by Lloyds Bank
Leicester News
600 people have already come forward with the average lost £332
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Councillor calls for Chinese CCTV cameras to be replaced
Politics
The cameras are made by Chinese company Hikvision
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Leicester GP aiming for BBC One MasterChef glory as she takes on TV challenge
BBC
Dinta Thakkar is hoping to impress judges John Torode and Gregg Wallace with her fusion food
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Recap after M1 closed northbound due to large HGV fire
M1
Traffic was being diverted from the scene
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NHS healthcare assistants fight for years of backpay
Leicester Hospitals
The strike, called "pay fair for patient care", is led by Unison
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Things to do in Leicestershire
ITV's James Martin coming to Leicester for 'exciting' opening night of 2025 tour
Delicious dishes and plenty of laughs are set to be on the menu at De Montfort Hall
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David Beckham recalls Man United's treble-winning season in Amazon's '99' documentary trailer
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Village street revealed as one of the most expensive to buy a home outside of London
Dream Homes
The average price of a home on the street this year is £2 million
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Record number of children in Leicestershire offered first choice primary school place
Education
A record 99% of children across the county have been offered a place at one of their top three school preferences
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Leicestershire family-run bakery expands bespoke bread operation
Wigston
As well as owning five shops, they also supply bespoke bread to restaurants in the St Martins area of the city
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Pictures as demolition of Leicester Market nears completion
Leicester City Centre
The old structure has been almost completely removed
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Wowcher launches spring sale with bumper deals on garden furniture sets - up to 67% off
Shopping
Make savings ahead of the warmer climes
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Teenager Daniel Rounce jailed for 'devastating' murder of great-grandfather Gerald Wickes
Courts
He walked into the house and stabbed Gerald Wickes, a man he did not know, in the chest
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Uswitch reveals best mobile perks as O2 users will save hundreds on free Amazon Prime and Disney+
O2
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Fire service called to 'dangerous' scene after market stall overturns leaving one person injured
Leicestershire Fire and Rescue Service
The incident happened after 'high winds' blew through the town centre
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Paranoid schizophrenic who stabbed strangers months before Nottingham attacks sentenced in Leicester
Crime
He appeared at Leicester Crown Court last Friday (April 12)
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'Public nuisance' worries over bid for new 24-hour convenience store on Narborough Road
West End
It would be the only shop in the area selling alcohol late at night if licensing permissions are given
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Two jailed for raping woman who asked for help when she got lost
Leicester News
They have been sent to prison for a total of 31 years
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Sneak peek inside new 'cosy' town centre coffee shop
Food and Drink
The shop opens tomorrow (Wednesday April 17)
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Lego crowns Leicestershire teen, 13, the best young builder in the UK
Real Life
Joe Nemeth-Ward has a lifelong passion for the toy bricks and used his love of mythology to bag the prize
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Heartbreaking tribute to hero dad and son, four, he couldn't save
Leicester News
Barry Mason died rushing back into a burning building to try to save his son, Ethan, who died on Tuesday
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New King Richard III and Battle of Bosworth trail to launch
Things to do in Leicestershire
Known as Bosworth1485, the trail will help to tell "one of the greatest stories in British history"
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Barclays issues £14,000 warning saying 'it starts off small'
Leicester News
The bank has provided three steps that customers should take
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Major illness warning for an extra 700,000 adults in England
Leicester News
The new report said people in the most deprived areas of England are likely to develop major illness a decade earlier
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Baby Reindeer viewers say chilling true story is 'best TV they've ever seen'
Entertainment
The drama is a chilling true story drama that follows a nightmarish real-life case of how a simple act of kindness turns into a toxic obsession
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Tribute to 'beautiful and caring' Natasha, 25, killed in crash
Leicester News
'Her life was cut so short with so many adventures ahead of her'
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Driver with child in car did 100mph on hard shoulder before crash
Leicester News
Police have released footage of the 'worst driving ever seen'
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Leicester News
Win a VIP three-night Butlin’s Big Weekender break for adults
These adult-only weekends span all your favourite decades and genres, with live performances from world-class artists and top DJs
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Concerns over late night opening hours bid from Leicester pizza place in crime 'hotspot'
Crime
Police said there have been 'significant reports of serious violence and disorder affecting public safety over many months' in the area
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Mystery Leicestershire man bags National Lottery prize
National Lottery
Matching five main numbers in the Set for Life draw has paid off for this lucky player
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easyJet suspends flights to Israel as British Airways and Wizz Air give updates
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It comes in the wake of escalating troubles in the Middle East
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Mum explains why she leaves polite notes on car windows
Leicester News
Louise started the habit after having her baby
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New Look's 'great quality' £33 men's denim jacket 'fits like a dream'
Shopping
New Look shoppers have praised the "great quality" and "perfect fit" of the denim jacket
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'Can't wait for summer now' Shoppers praise eight-piece garden dining set that 'looks lovely' - costs less than £200
Shopping
The al fresco dining set includes six chairs, a table and a parasol
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Shoppers can snap up 'unforgettable' and 'luxury' Malta holiday from £99 in deal
Shopping
The deal includes a three, four, five or seven-night Malta hotel stay with return flights to a number of UK airports
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Heartbreaking final words Queen said to PM Liz Truss two days before her death
Leicester News
The Queen died just two days after Liz Truss became Prime Minister
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Shoppers say best-selling blowdry brush is better than Dyson and Revlon
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The hair tool has thousands of reviews
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Police release image of man after two women report being inappropriately touched in Leicester
Crime
The alleged victims are both aged 22, Leicestershire Police said
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New village housing estate promises '21 acres of green public land'
Planning
A new housing estate in a Leicestershire village will include 21 acres of public green land, according to an agreement between the developer and local council. Charles Church will build 127 homes on land between the Sketchley Grange Hotel and the A5, in Burbage, after an application for up to 150 houses by a different developer, Barwood Development Securities, was approved for the site on appeal last year.
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Deserted warehouse to become church under new proposal
Planning
There could be up to 350 attendees during church services on Sundays
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Concerns over new home for music festival after 'criminal' incidents at 2023 event
Crime
Police said there were 'serious shortfalls' at last year's festival
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Entertainment
Sky Atlantic's Mary & George is an eye-opening romp of Leicestershire's royal seducers
Julianne Moore and Nicholas Galitzine swear to their heart's content in a bid to charm the monarch
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Leicester research finds seeing the same GP 'could boost life expectancy'
NHS
Areas of England with more fully qualified GPs and better-funded surgeries also had a positive impact on how long people live
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Young dad stormed off after argument and took knife with him
Crime
Cody Homer was found in a pub with a small amount of cannabis and the knife was never recovered
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Teenager found guilty of murder after stabbing grandad in Leicester home
Crime
Gerald Wickes was having a cup of tea and a chat with his ex-wife shortly before the incident
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Jury shown footage of fatal attack on Junior Osborne in Leicester's Narborough Road
Crime
The stabbing was caught on three different cameras in the street
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What's On
Shopping
M&S shoppers in love with 'must have' spring floaty dress that's 'flattering' and 'comfy'
Marks and Spencer customers say the V-neck midi dress is an absolute 'must have' and a 'flattering' look to add to your spring wardrobe
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Ninja's must-have kitchen gadget is now just £13 - but you'll need to be quick
Shopping
The Ninja Professional Chopper has been a hit with home cooks looking to speed up their prep time and make their meals look chef quality - and now it's available for less than half price
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Review: Skullcandy Terrain XL packs a powerful punch wherever you want to take it
Shopping
Skullcandy take it seriously when it comes to delivering audio - the Terrain XL is a great example of that
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Amazon shoppers swear by £20 dentist approved teeth whitening product
Shopping
"The whitening strips are amazing! They are only strips I have found that don’t cause sensitive teeth but still make your teeth noticeably whiter even after the first use."
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Home Bargains shoppers 'running' to get £1.99 tanning drops that are 'as good as' top brands
Shopping
Home Bargains selling Bondi Sands Tanning Drops, which usually cost £14.99, for £1.99 in stores and fans are loving it
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Leicester City FC
Leicester City FC
Southampton hit with suspension blow ahead of crucial Leicester City clash
Southampton forward Sekou Mara has been handed a three-match suspension by the FA following an incident in the 3-2 win over Watford at the weekend, meaning that he will miss the Championship meeting at the King Power Stadium.
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The five big decisions Enzo Maresca must get right to save Leicester City's promotion
Leicester City FC
Leicester City need to win three more matches to secure their place back in the Premier League, but after a run of six losses in 10, there is debate over certain positions in the team
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Leicester City Q+A on Enzo Maresca, tactics, selection, promotion race, and sanctions
Leicester City FC
Your questions answered on all things Leicester City ahead of the final four matches of the season, starting against West Brom at the King Power Stadium on Saturday
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What has been said in Leicester City dressing room after 'tough time' of back-to-back defeats
Leicester City FC
Conor Coady discusses the message inside the Leicester City dressing room after two straight losses as he admits it's hard to avoid watching their rivals and hoping they slip up
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Leicester City's fixtures compared to Leeds, Ipswich and Southampton in nail-biting race
Leicester City FC
The top three have failed to win either of their last two matches, bringing Southampton back into the automatic promotion race and setting up a nerve-jangling final few weeks
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UK and World News
UK & World News
Westminster Bridge targeted in testicular cancer campaign
Nearly 500 silhouettes cast a cheeky shadow across the pavement of Westminster Bridge
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Children feel happiest when free to play their own way, research reveals
UK & World News
Running around outdoors is over half of British kids' favourite thing to do (57%) with two-fifths wishing they could do it more (43%)
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DWP warning over Universal Credit claimant payment increase delay
DWP
The Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) has confirmed that from 8 April, benefits including Universal Credit will see an uplift of 6.7% - but there's a catch
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easyJet suspends flights to Israel as British Airways and Wizz Air give updates
frontpage
It comes in the wake of escalating troubles in the Middle East
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'Unforgettable' and 'luxury' Malta holiday from £99 via special Wowcher deal
UK & World News
The discount website is offering three, four, five or seven-night stays in the country close to Italy
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'This was a truly wicked act' - everything the judge told murderer Daniel Rounce
Rounce was jailed for life earlier this week. He will not be eligible for parole until 2049.
Schools at centre of Leicester's measles infections
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A drop in vaccination uptake has been blamed for the higher than normal levels of the disease
Key DWP WASPI update as cross-party letter goes to Secretary of State
Easter
Millions of women are waiting for possible compensation of £3,000 over state pension age changes and campaigners are demanding the government submit formal proposals
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Crime
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JMB Solar threatened to appeal when planning permission was denied and has now done so
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Infant 'under two' critically ill in hospital after dog attack
The dog was not a banned breed, police have confirmed
Another man found dead near Abbey Park in Leicester
Leicestershire Police
Police were called to a report of an unresponsive man in the area
Drivers facing two miles of diversions as main route near Coalville closed
Traffic and Travel
Highways officials will be in the area this week on public safety grounds
'I'm a vet - here's 5 things I dislike that pet owners do - and one that gives me the ick'
Real Life
Ben the Vet says his opinions might be unpopular but some are health hazards and others can be a disaster for the animal and their family
Leicester City face Premier League promotion twist after Southampton victory
Leicester City FC
Southampton recorded a victory over Preston on Tuesday night to narrow the gap to Leicester City in second as the Championship's top teams battle for Premier League promotion
Crime
'This was a truly wicked act' - everything the judge told murderer Daniel Rounce
Rounce was jailed for life earlier this week. He will not be eligible for parole until 2049.
Southampton hit with suspension blow ahead of crucial Leicester City clash
Leicester City FC
Southampton forward Sekou Mara has been handed a three-match suspension by the FA following an incident in the 3-2 win over Watford at the weekend, meaning that he will miss the Championship meeting at the King Power Stadium.
Schools at centre of Leicester's measles infections
NHS
A drop in vaccination uptake has been blamed for the higher than normal levels of the disease
Key DWP WASPI update as cross-party letter goes to Secretary of State
Easter
Millions of women are waiting for possible compensation of £3,000 over state pension age changes and campaigners are demanding the government submit formal proposals
Fines for three Leicestershire fishermen
Crime
They did not have a licence for the sport