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Wednesday, February 22 2012

Leicester Tigers' flanker Tom Croft aims to prove he's not over the hill just yet

At the age of just 26, Tom Croft has picked up the unwanted tag of being the "old man" of England's back row.But the Leicester Tigers flanker has vowed to show he is very much...

By Leicester Mercury

Hockey: City club fight out a draw

Cycling: Winning return for Broughton after three years away

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Free Belgian Chocs with your Flowers for Mum!

Mothers day - the 18th of March - is fast approaching. What better way to show your Mum you love her than with a unique & personalised bouquet of stylish flowers from Sophie's Flower Co?! And when you spend £30 on flowers with this voucher, you'll get a box of handmade and locally sourced Belgian chocolates... Absolutely free.

Terms:
1. Only one voucher to be used per customer
2. Not to be used in conjunction with any other offer

Valid until: Sunday, March 18 2012

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Sunday, February 19 2012

£10k raised for Rainbows by Leicester Men

Members of Leicester de Montfort Round Table from Leicestershire trained for 5 months to complete in 3 days paddling 146 miles of the Thames River over 42 locks...

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£2,995 Chevrolet Kalos 1.2 S 3-Door

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Wednesday, February 22 2012

Leicester Tigers lock set for full England debut

Leicester Tigers lock Geoff Parling is expected to make his full England debut against Wales at Twickenham on Saturday after Tom Palmer was dropped from the squad. But his Tigers team-mate,...

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We'd swap Wembley for a place in play-offs, says Leicester City's Sean St Ledger

Thomas Waldrom and Sam Harrison agree new Leicester Tigers contracts

Russell Cobb vows to continue Graham Dilley's legacy

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5% off wholesale plants for landscapers & gardeners!

Welland Vale Nurseries Uppingham

Register with Welland Vale Nurseries - for quality plants from rural Rutland - and get 5% off any orders over £750! The offer is only available for orders placed in February and March so register now to take advantage of this huge saving.

Terms:
1.Offer only available for orders placed during the months of February and March
2. Subject to account approval & the terms and conditions: http://www.wellandvale.co.uk/terms-and-conditions/

Valid until: Saturday, March 31 2012

UPTO 25% OFF Harveys Windows , Products and Services

Harvey's Windows & Conservatories Ltd

Plus FREE cashback discount card from High Street names, including Asda, Boots, M & S, B & Q and many more.
Just visit our website for details

Terms: Offer subject to availability.
Management reserve the right to amend or cancel offer without prior notice.

Valid until: Thursday, February 21 2013

Leicester is CCTV capital of UK with city's 2,000 cameras

Do CCTV cameras help cut crime in Leicester city centre?

Oakham Oriental Rugs

Oakham Oriental Rugs and rug cleaning service in Rutland near Leicester offers oriental rugs, traditional rugs and contemporary rugs covering Leicestershire, Nottinghamshire and...

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“ Found this little gem and have been so impressed with the attentive service, range of rugs and the end result - brilliant. Highly recommended! ”

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Obituary : PRESTON Bernard

PRESTON Bernard Passed away on the 16th February, 2012. A much loved brother and uncle who will be sadly missed and remembered with affection. Love Robert, Bridie, David,...

Obituary : BURROWS David

BURROWS David Passed away at home on 13th February 2012, aged 75 years. Loving partner to Jean, a devoted father, grandfather and great-grandfather. Funeral service at...

Rise Of The Raj

Superb Indian Cuisine, serving the highest quality Indian food in Leicester Family run business in Leicester established 20 years ago & it's easy to see how it has survived...

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The Sun newspaper is bring out a new 'Sunday Sun' to replace the News of The...

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Monday, February 20 2012

In Pictures: Norwich City 1 v Leicester City 2

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With all this talk about benefits (all over this site) letters, forums and...

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1. Vinny Derrick 'may have died in road accident'

2. SHOPPING: It's Candy & Woodside Animal Centre

3. TRAVEL: Barbados

4. Leicester Tigers lock set for full England debut

5. Man poured petrol over ex-girlfriend while she was asleep,...

1. Sceptic taking the Bible too literally?

2. We don't want traveller camps near our homes, say Leicester...

3. £26k benefit cap would affect 1,000 families in...

4. Nigel Pearson ready to wield the axe at Leicester City

5. Standing up for the English

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Wednesday, February 22 2012

'Callous' thieves break grave to steal metal rails in Market Harborough cemetery

Thieves have stolen ornate metal railings surrounding a grave in a cemetery in Market Harborough. Council workers discovered 3ft-high copper rods lining a plot had been taken from the...

By Leicester Mercury

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Leicestershire council leader's possible conduct breach to be probed

Olympic torch relay's rehearsal starts in Leicester

'Couple played Elvis record to victim as he bled to death'

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Monday, February 20 2012

In pictures: Saracens 19 Leicester Tigers 20

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£6,995 SEAT Alhambra 1.9 TDi PD 130 SE 7 Seat 5-Door

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Meet The Experts: Coins Up Close (Over 8s)

Price: free

Times: Feb 15, 10.15am-11.15am, 11.45am-12.45pm, 1.30pm-2.30pm, booking essential

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on Feb 15, 2012

Winter Wonderland Workshop (Over 5s)

Price: £25

Times: Feb 15, 9am-3.30pm

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Pam to retire after 32 years behind the kiosk

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FOX AND HOUNDS EXTON ONLY £50 A ROOM

The Fox & Hounds Exton, Rutland

The Fox and Hounds in Exton offer you a room for £50 for a limited time only until 31st March 2012. This rate is for a lovely ensuite bedroom with view of the garden or village green. B'Fast Inc.

Terms: Please call to book. Voucher not required, Please mention Oakhampeople.

Valid until: Saturday, March 31 2012