Leicester Mercury - April 30, 2025
Leicester Mercury - April 30, 2025
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April 30, 2025
Food bank boosted by store's opening
A NEW B&M store has opened in the county, creating 22 jobs - and immediately helping out a charity.
1 min
Staff had wanted 'risk rating' on mental health ward ramped up to the maximum
FEARS ARE REVEALED AS PART OF TRIBUNAL BROUGHT BY WHISTLE-BLOWER AT HOSPITAL
4 mins
Vehicles burnt out after lawnmower catches alight
SHOCKING images have revealed the scale of damage caused by an electrical fault on a ride-on lawnmower.
1 min
Swindled charity gets back its £30,000 minibus fund
MONEY HAD BEEN DIVERTED FROM LEGITIMATE COMPANY AFTER EMAILS WERE HACKED
2 mins
Former city trucker buried wife's body in shallow grave under the stairs - but denies that he murdered her
OPENING DAY OF TRIAL HEARS MAN EVENTUALLY TOLD POLICE HE KILLED HER IN SELF-DEFENCE AFTER SHE 'FLEW' AT HIM ARMED WITH A CHISEL
6 mins
City motorcyclist remains in hospital as crash man bailed
A MAN arrested on suspicion of dangerous driving after a crash which left a motorcyclist from Leicester with serious injuries, has been bailed.
1 min
Reform leader is making hay while the sun shines
Local Democracy reporter Hannah Richardson finds Nigel Farage in bullish mood during campaigning in Loughborough
4 mins
Museum entry fee criticised as 'unaffordable'
COUNCILLOR CALLS FOR FREE ENTRY AGAIN FOR JEWRY WALL
2 mins
Church can move into former city warehouse
MORE SAFETY FEATURES ARE ADDED TO PLAN
1 min
Ice hockey player will not face charges over death
A PROFESSIONAL ice hockey player arrested on suspicion of manslaughter following the death of fellow player Adam Johnson has been told he will not face any charges.
1 min
Big number at tourism forum
MORE than 60 people with a business or interest in Rutland's visitor economy came together on Monday to hear about Discover Rutland’s plans for the year.
1 min
TV expert to evaluate treasures at market
A VINTAGE market coming to a Leicestershire town next month will be attended by a BBC TV expert.
1 min
Carney claims victory
PRIME minister Mark Carney’s Liberal Party won Canada’s federal election on Monday, capping a stunning turnaround in fortunes fuelled by United States President Donald Trump's annexation threats and trade war.
1 min
Man denies two charges of murder
A MAN accused of killing two people and dumping their remains in suitcases near the Clifton Suspension Bridge, in Bristol, yesterday pleaded guilty to the manslaughter of one of the victims.
1 min
Project to make town safer now complete
£250K SPENT ON CCTV AND OTHER MEASURES TO DETER CRIME
2 mins
Highcross partners with Loros
LOROS hospice has been chosen as Highcross's charity partner for 2025, handing over the baton from Shaw Trust.
1 min
Jail recruiting officers
VACANCIES TO FILL AT COUNTY'S NEWEST PRISON
1 min
DEVELOPER SAYS IT CAN'T AFFORD TO IMPROVE INFRASTRUCTURE
Planning officers had recommended the 70 homes be approved at this month’s meeting, but some councillors were not happy the package of financial contributions was not guaranteed.
1 min
Space suit makers make first UK base in the city
THE developers of the world's first interactive spacesuit - worn by Colonel Walter Villadei on the groundbreaking Axiom 3 mission to the International Space Station - are accelerating the evolution of their Spacesuit SFS3 by tapping into the “cutting-edge” research eco-system at their first UK base.
1 min
Comedy returning to town theatre
A BRITAIN'S Got Talent contestant will top the bill when Funhouse Comedy Club returns to Coalville in June.
1 min
More homes for estate approved despite questions over money for schools and NHS
DEVELOPER SAYS IT CAN'T AFFORD TO IMPROVE INFRASTRUCTURE
3 mins
SIX SUBTLE SIGNS OF HEART TROUBLE
A cardiologist reveals the symptoms that can indicate underlying conditions and should be evaluated by a healthcare professional. By CAMILLA FOSTER
2 mins
Grass is always greener at the grandparents'...
DOUBLE TROUBLE FOR A FIRST TIME DAD OF TWINS
2 mins
Chilly dip, anyone?
Make the most of longer days with a paddle or swim at these seaside destinations,
1 min
FATAL ERROR
FLASHPOINT: Events around the shooting at Stockwell Tube Station are dramatised
1 min
Bank accused of hampering cryptocurrency's advance
THE Bank of England's “prescriptive” rules could potentially “killing” London’s chances of becoming a global hub for stablecoins, according to a warning from an industry body.
1 min
BP stays cautious as Trump's tariffs bite
BRITISH energy titan BP was forced to scale back its share buyback programme, after President Donald Trump's tariff strategies sent oil prices into a nosedive.
1 min
Hat-trick hero Warmsley guides the Rangers to Cobbin Trophy triumph
LEICESTER Rangers have lifted the Leicestershire County Football League Cobbin Trophy after an exciting 5-3 win over Karma Leicester in the final.
1 min
Lions keep up fine record at home of their Midland rivals
CAPTAIN FRICKE IS TOP SCORER FOR LEICESTER
2 mins
Brazilian star Calderano proves that China's grip on sport can be broken
OVER recent years, great strides have been made worldwide on the table tennis front since the creation of World Table Tennis by the International T T Federation to look after commercial events such as the recent World Cup.
2 mins
Boulter wins LTA accolade
KATIE Boulter was named Female Player of the Year at the prestigious LTA Tennis Awards after claiming her first ever WTA 500 title in San Diego, writes Laura Howard of Sportsbeat.
2 mins
Award-winning university to host pickleball singles championship
LOUGHBOROUGH University was named University of the Year at the prestigious LTA Tennis Awards, writes Laura Howard of Sportsbeat.
1 min
Tigers duo in running for monthly prize
LEICESTER Tigers' Adam Radwan and Jack van Poortvliet have been shortlisted for April's Gallagher Player of the Month award.
1 min
It's an honour to be new England captain, says Sciver-Brunt
NAT Sciver-Brunt has been appointed England captain, leading the side into a new era alongside head coach Charlotte Edwards,
2 mins
France, Saudi Arabia, or Burnley - where Soumare could end up
A NEWLY-promoted Premier League side or a Saudi Arabian club could be destinations for Boubakary Soumare as Leicester City prepare to sell the midfielder this summer, writes Jordan Blackwell.
1 min
Older City players could learn lesson from youngsters
SKIPP HAS A POINT TO PROVE IN FINAL MATCHES OF SEASON
4 mins
Leicester Mercury Newspaper Description:
Publisher: Reach Publishing Services Limited
Category: Newspaper
Language: English
Frequency: Daily
The Leicester Mercury is a British regional newspaper for the city of Leicester and the counties of Leicestershire and Rutland.
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